Health Care Assistant - days Derby, England
Job description
Must have the correct right to work and be able to work over 20 hours per week. We do not offer sponsorship.
Lavender Lodge is an independent nursing home which prides itself on the care of its residents. We require dedicated and conscientious Care Assistants to join our friendly team. We are seeking, caring and compassionate individuals who enjoy interacting with the elderly and assisting them with their daily living activities.
Candidates must be warm and friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for providing our residents with high quality care and support.
The successful candidates will be self-motivated, well-organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
The key responsibilities of our Care Assistants include:
- Provide personal care to residents in all aspects of their daily living.
- Supporting residents at mealtimes, in accordance with their individual needs.
- Complete daily documentation for residents.
- Contribute fully to team working, responding positively to colleagues, and undertaking all reasonable work instructions promptly.
- Take reasonable care of equipment used to carry out tasks, including general cleanliness and advising on any faults or the need for maintenance or replacement.
- Practice safe systems of work across the range of tasks and moving and handling of loads, by assessing risk and having due regard for personal safety and the safety of residents, visitors, and staff.
- Adhere to all company and local policies/procedures.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with all residents, family, visitors, and colleagues.
In return we can offer:
· A good rate of pay dependent on experience
· Free on-site parking
· Free uniform
· Company pension scheme
· Friendly working environment
Previous experience is desirable but not necessary. Training will be provided by our fully qualified in-house training team.
Help and assistance for those wanting to complete NVQ's in health care can be provided.
Shifts range from Monday to Sunday
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract
Salary: £7.49-£10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Derby: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
Work Location: In person
