Care Assistant

Renaissance Care group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider in Aberdeen City is seeking an experienced Care Assistant to join their Cowdray Club Care Home team for 33 hours a week. The role focuses on resident engagement and delivering person-centred care, ensuring the highest quality support. Duties include assisting with personal care and promoting meaningful activities. Previous experience in the care sector is beneficial but not essential, as all necessary training will be provided. A friendly and passionate approach is essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Free learning and development

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Support independence and choice of residents.
• Uphold the values of friendliness, passion, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Engage with residents through meaningful interactions.
• Support delivery of person-centred care plans.
• Assist with personal care and promote positive mealtime experiences.

Skills

Effective communication

Person-centred care

Teamwork

Education

SVQ2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking talented and caring individuals looking to begin or continue their career in Social Care with us, making a difference to the lives of our residents at Renaissance Care.

We are seeking an experienced Care Assistant to join our team in Cowdray Club Care Home for 33 hours.

Responsibilities

Our Care Assistants are at the forefront of resident engagement, they support and encourage meaningful interactions to ensure residents live with purpose and connection. Our Care Assistants will participate in person-centred activities, outings and events and promote lifestyle and wellbeing choices for all residents.

The Care Assistant role is to ensure the highest quality, person-centred care for all residents – supporting the delivery of each individual care plan. The role promotes the independence and choice of residents, making sure that their voice is heard through all elements of care and support. The role offers variety and versatility as no two days are the same. Key elements of care include assisting with personal care, promote a positive mealtime experience to enhance nutrition and hydration, support meaningful activities and create 1:1 meaningful moments.

Requirements

An essential aspect of the role is upholding the values of People, Friendly, Passionate and Inclusion. You will be an effective communicator and work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Having your SVQ2 and previous experience in the care sector is beneficial but not essential as full training is provided.

Benefits

• 'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme
• Free learning and development
• Free uniform & PPE
• Opportunities for progression
• Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, providing additional help and advice to support your wellbeing, physical and mental health inside and outside the workplace