Day Care Assistants

Excelcare ,
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Excelcare are looking for Care Assistants to join the Excelcare family at Etheldred Care Home in Histon, Cambridge. Excelcare is a family owned care business which has been established for over 30 years. Our vision is to continually be a leading provider of high quality care which exceeds the expectations of the people living within our service. What you can expect: Salary from £9.35 p/h to £9.65 p/h depending on experience. Day shifts available from 8am-8pm Main Accountabilities You will work as part of a team providing physical, emotional, spiritual and social support, generally promoting the people we care for independence, choice, dignity and respect by delivering the very best standards of care. Supporting people with personal care such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals. Completing current and appropriate documentation which includes daily record keeping, charts and care plans. What you will need: Ideally but not essential, some experience in a care environment and an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care. As a Care Assistant you’ll have a desire to work in elderly and dementia care. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be empathic, non-judgmental and person-centred in your approach to people. Employee Benefits: Highly competitive rates of pay 28 days including Bank holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Annual Pay Review Benefits package offering fantastic discounts at over 2500 retail outlets, cinemas, gyms and restaurants Enhanced Bank holiday pay Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding up to £600 for every person you refer DBS Certificate funded by Excelcare Terms and conditions apply If you are interested in this position please apply online today, we look forward to hearing from you. Excelcare are an equal opportunities employer.