Job description

• Care Assistant
• Senior Care Assistants with NVQ2 and Training for Administration Medication
• Days & Nights
• Number of positions for this role
• Permanent contract
• Darenth, DA2

Care Home is located in the village of Darenth in Kent. The home is easily accessible to shops, amenities and public transport. Darenth is convenient for the M25 motorway and is just two miles from Dartford.

The Care Home provides permanent and short-term respite care for those with nursing needs 24 hours a day. The team work closely with a GP who visits the home weekly to make sure all medical needs are well managed also has close relationships with dietitians, speech and language therapists and other healthcare professionals.

The home is situated in a rural setting with secluded grounds where residents can enjoy the countryside views and wildlife which visit the gardens. Inside, there are light and spacious areas for residents to relax and socialise in.

As a Care Assistant, you will provide person centred care and support to assist residents to maintain their independence including personal care, mealtimes, and activities whilst also providing a listening ear to those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting service users when required with all aspects of daily living.
• Support in training and supervision of junior and new staff members in all aspects of their work in the care centre, under the supervision of senior staff members.
• Pay particular attention to assisting service users who have limited mobility or physical learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
• Observe care planning needs for service users and complete written daily records as instructed in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with service users and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the care centre.

Essential Skills
We welcome all experienced and carers to apply. Full support will be given to you in your role from the very beginning ensuring you are fully trained, competent and confident to deliver outstanding care.
Qualities/requirements/responsibilities:

• Has previous experience with a similar role
• Level 2 Health and Social Care is also desired or must be willing to work towards
• Positive and passionate about delivering a high quality of care expected in all our homes
• Able to work as part of an already friendly and hardworking team of like-minded carers

Benefits

• Permanent contract, 36-48 hours per week
• Free uniform
• £150 referral bonus
• Enhanced pay rates for overtime hours
• Free training with career progression opportunities
• Qualification for the Care Certificate on completion of mandatory training
• Employer contribution to your pension
• Full-time roles are available
• 28 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
• Life Assurance
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Shop and save vouchers

If you are interested then please apply below

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £10.00-£10.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Application question(s):

• Please provide details about your work permit. Do you need sponsorship? How many hours per week would you be available to work?

Experience:

• care assistant/senior care assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• NVQ2 in Health and Social Care (preferred)
• NVQ3 in Health and Social Care (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day shift (preferred)
• Night shift (preferred)