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The Cinnamon Care Collection
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Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
Care Assistant
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Care Assistant 8.40 per hour - Full-time Paid Breaks, paid DBS and benefits Burcot Grange located in Burcot is a beautiful 36 bedded home that provides excellent care for Residential, Day care and Respite residents. Due to our occupancy increasing we now have an opportunity for a caring and committed care assistant to join our Team. We provide full induction, support and career development for our Team members. You will provide individual care as required by each resident in order to meet their personal needs whilst ensuring that each person's dignity and individuality is upheld and their independence, choice and control is promoted at all times. You will create a happy and caring atmosphere; which involves providing a wide range of general caring services and duties within the limits of personal experience and knowledge. Additionally you will help in the care of the resident's physical environment and the general day to day activities within the home. Main Responsibilities Care: You will work with all types of residents receiving direct care. Your duties and responsibilities will vary depending on the needs of the residents but can include: Ensuring the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting / assisting residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living, according to their individual needs. Assisting in framework of social activities by interacting with residents and helping them to continue with hobbies and activities in the Home. Answering Call bell system and giving assistance as required ensuring residents retain their comfort & dignity. Answering the door and telephone appropriately. Responding accordingly, and passing on messages promptly. Under the supervision and guidance of Senior Care Assistants, reporting on the well-being of residents. Making visitors feel welcome. Providing refreshments / assistance as and when required. Making and changing beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty. Ensuring the Home's resources are used appropriately. Cleaning and maintaining equipment used by residents e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensuring the Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company's attention to detail philosophy. If applicable, care for residents clothing and rooms as named, and ensuring that all clothing is clean, handled with care and clearly marked. Assisting residents who need help during meal times (and awareness of any swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc.). Assisting with serving of food & drinks as requested & required. Escorting residents travelling to and from the Home e.g. on social outings, hospital visits etc., when requested. Support residents on admission to settle into their new home. Person Specification Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualifications if not willingness to attend Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing