Care Assistant - Days Ely, England
Job description
Lily House Care Home in Ely are currently seeking an Experienced Care Assistant to join our hard working and dedicated team to work day shifts.
Lily House is situated on the outskirts of the city of Ely and can offer up to forty-four residents a wide range of elderly care needs, specialising in provision for people suffering from a form of dementia.
A respite care service is also available to local home carers with the home’s separate downstairs EMI unit’s patio doors opening out into a large immaculately maintained safe garden area which is flat and fully accessible to wheelchairs.
A full time activity coordinator offers a variety of activities and entertainment, some of which include escorted visits around Ely Cathedral, only a five minute drive away, frequent visits by mini-bus to the seaside and trips to the Royal Sandringham Estate and local garden centres.
The home is looking for a caring and empathic care assistant to take care of the homes residents on a daily basis to meet their needs. The ideal candidate will play an essential part in supporting the well-being and quality of life of each individual in your care, you will be responsible to promote as much independence for our residents as possible and treat all residents with understanding and dignity.
If you are a team player and have excellent listening skills then apply today!
To apply for this role you must have the following:
- Work on your own initiative
- Be caring and compassionate
- NVQ Level 2 in Care (desirable but not necessary)
In return we can offer you:
- Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
- 24 hour Telephone Employee Assistance Programme helpline
- Online discounted vouchers for several companies
- Opportunity for progression within the company
- Continuous support to maintain the training you need to deliver excellence
- On-going support from a motivated and committed Head Office and Regional Teams
- Refer a friend scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.90-£11.38 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
