Job description

We are currently searching for a Care Assistant (Days) to work at Beverley Parklands Care Home.

£10.30 per hour (£10.40 per hour with NVQ2)

Free Enhanced DBS check

The home provides both residential and dementia care, and achieved an Outstanding rating from CQC in their recent 2021 inspection.

The home includes a residents bar, shop, reminiscence street scene, hairdressers and bowls green.

We pride ourselves in giving the highest quality of person centred care, and maintaining dignity and respect for our residents, which is shown in the high staff to resident ratio

The role of a Care Assistant is to ensure the needs of the residents are met in a person-centred way that respects their dignity and promotes independence.

It is essential that all our staff are;

• Flexible, caring and compassionate.
• Positive, self-motivated and organised.
• Willing to undertake any training necessary to develop skills and competency relevant to the role.
• Sensitive to the needs of others.
• An active team player and must be able to work on own initiative.
• Possess good communication skills with colleagues and residents.

Overview of Job Description:

• To provide personal care and support to residents with a wide range of health care needs, illnesses and disabilities, all of which are available in their care plan for staff to follow
• Serve and assist with drinks and snacks if required through the night.
• Make and change beds; tidy rooms along with some light cleaning to ensure resident comfort and maintain the appearance of their home.
• To maintain accurate documentation with regards to the care and support given to our residents.
• To act as an advocate to the residents and communicate their needs and wishes when required to senior members of staff

In return the company will offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay (increased rate of pay if a Diploma/NVQ has been completed in Health and Social Care)
• Bonus for working over Christmas
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Free Uniform
• Fully comprehensive training and development support from our In house trainer
• Career Progression
• Staff recognition awards
• Rewards App
• Health Scheme
• Working with a fantastic team of friendly, supportive, like-minded individuals

Whilst experience is preferred, training and support is provided to a very high standard if the applicant demonstrates all the qualities we feel are essential to fulfil this role, such as having a positive and caring attitude.

This role will include some weekend work

Yorkare Homes is proud to be an equal opportunities employer

Salary:

£10.30 Per hour regardless of age

£10.40 per hour with NVQ/Diploma level 2 in Health & Social Care

From September 1st 2022 Yorkare Homes are bringing forward the April 2023 pay increase to help support their staff during the cost of living crisis. The above pay rates reflect this increase.

Unfortunately Yorkare Homes do not currently have a sponsorship license and therefore cannot support overseas applications

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £10.40 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Care giving: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location