Care Assistant Leicester, England
Job description
Are you a compassionate individual who strives to enhance the lives of your residents daily? Do you want to join a company who are dedicated and supports ongoing training and development opportunities?
The exceptional team at Kingsfield Court is currently looking for a Care Assistant to support them during the day on a full-time, permanent basis. With the 70-bed home being purpose-built with its residents in mind, you will find a homely yet glorious environment.
The home has 3 floors, running individually to ensure the real quality of care, you will be allocated to one of these to enable you to build those loving, professional relationships with residents and colleagues alike.
With the desire to always improve and develop their staff skillset, you will be encouraged to progress and develop skills, qualifications and training with the support of the company, so no experience is required!
What you will receive as a Care Assistant;
- £10.97 per hour
- Full-time, permanent contract
- 38.5 hours per week on a rolling 6-week rota
- 12 hours shifts, 3 on 3 off, 8am-8pm
- Based in Earl Shilton, LE9 7DG
What you will be doing as a Care Assistant;
- Support residents with daily activities such as washing, dressing, eating and maintaining personal hygiene
- Provide support at meal times
- Ensure residents maintain good nutrition
- Assist residents to mobilise safely around the home
- Undertake light housekeeping duties such as tidying residents’ rooms, making and changing beds, etc.
- Interacting with, and encouraging residents to socialise and take part in activities
- Liaise with other care professionals relating to the needs of the residents
What benefits you will receive as a Care Assistant;
- Health Care Cash Plan includes Employee Assistance Programme, everyday dental treatment, fast and easy online access to a GP, discounted gym membership, helpline service, telephone counselling, NHS and private prescription charges, and so much more!!
- Company Christmas Bonus
- Employee of the month scheme
- Double pay on bank holidays
- Refer a friend scheme
- Higher than average pay rates
- Full induction & training
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
What you will need to be successful as a Care Assistant;
- Experience of working within a caring environment
- NVQ L2 in Direct Care
- The ability to communicate well and make others feel welcomed and comfortable
- Supervisory and leadership skills, with a strong ability to motivate and inspire
- Willingness to develop new skills
It isn’t what you do that makes you special, it’s the way you do it.
If you would like to apply for this fabulous Care Assistant opportunity at Kingsfield Court, please send your CV via the ‘apply’ function as soon as possible and we will be in touch.
If you would like to find out more information about this Care Assistant role, please call the home on 01455 360220
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.97 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- adult care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
