Relief Care Assistant (Day Services) Barry, Wales
Job description
Rondel House provides a Day Service for older people who live in the Central & Eastern areas of The Vale of Glamorgan, who may suffer from age related frailty, chronic illness, disability and/or dementia.
We currently run a 5-day service, Monday to Friday, and provide a safe environment where people can interact and have fun through a range of activities. Our aim is to keep people as independent as possible but also to provide social stimulation and prevent loneliness. By coming in to a Day Service it allows carers to some time away from their caring duties and gives them some respite.
We have a range of facilities on site including a fully accessible environment; main day room for socialising; a quiet TV lounge; assisted bathroom; interactive technology and craft equipment.
At Rondel House we provide a lunchtime meal to ensure good nutrition. Our experienced staff team are able to help with personal care and we have specialist disability equipment available on site.
We aim to promote equality, choice, independence and personal development to improve quality of life for individuals.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 3, SCP 5 £21,189p.a. pro rata / £10.98 per hour
Hours of Work: Relief as required, between 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Main Place of Work: Rondel House, Barry
To provide care and support to service users whilst attending the Day Centre.
About you
You will need:
- Experience of working with older people and people with disabilities
- Experience of working with people with Dementia
- Experience of working in a team environment
- Basic awareness of the needs of older people and people with disabilities
- Good listening and communication skills
- Ability to interact positively with others at all levels
- Be reliable and have a flexible approach
- Be willing to undertake appropriate training
- Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate
Additional information
DBS Check Required: Enhanced
For Further Information, contact: Miles Utting - 01446 745922
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
Job Reference: SS00642
