Peripatetic Care Assistant

Bupa Care Homes ,
Esher, Surrey

Overview

Job Description

Peripatetic Care Assistant - Bupa Care Homes 8.21 - 9.20 per hour (depending on experience) This is a Regional Care Assistant role where you will be required to travel to work across a number of Bupa Care Homes in the Surrey area If you're passionate about providing the very best care in a residential care home setting, consider a move to Bupa Care Homes. We provide expert nursing, dementia, residential and specialist care to around 9,000 people in over 140 UK homes. Right now, we're looking for an enthusiastic and committed Carer to join the team at our home in Esher, Surrey. Whether providing long or short-term care that includes convalescence, respite and palliative care, our focus is on providing the highest quality service at all times. What you'll be doing As a Key Worker under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, taking responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of our residents Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals Providing physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities with residents, both individually and as a group Helping to maintain accurate records, undertaking ongoing training and getting involved in welcoming and training new staff Generally promoting our residents' independence, choice, dignity and respect by delivering the very best standards of care What you'll need Ideally, some experience in a care environment, although this is not as essential as your genuine desire to develop a career in this field Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a dedicated team A respectful, courteous and compassionate nature and a willingness to undertake any aspects of care or non-care duties