Night Carer

Night Carer We're one of the largest not for profit care provider in the UK, specialising in providing high quality, person-centred care for older people, in care homes and extra care housing nationwide. At OSJCT we care about our residents and we care about each other. That means you'll enjoy great career development working for an expanding organisation. Because we're a not for profit trust, we invest every penny we make in the people who live in our homes and the people who work here too. This means better quality care and lovely homes for our residents, along with competitive wages and great training and development for our people. We provide outstanding care, working closely with leading experts on dementia and elderly care. And we're currently modernising our portfolio of care homes - refurbishing our existing homes and moving into new, inspiring, contemporary care homes too. As we expand nationwide, we need more people with the right mix of skills, passion and ambition to help us grow even more. A Grevill House offers nursing, residential and intermediate care to 50 residents in its own gardens within walking distance of Charlton Kings village, on the eastern edge of Cheltenham. Care Assistant - Nights HOME: Grevill House, Charlton Kings PAY Mon-Fri: 9.43, Sat - Sun: 10.43 + 30p QCF enhancement FOR PEOPLE WHO SHARE OUR PASSION FOR CARE How many of us can say that we make a real difference to peoples' lives whilst continuing a diverse and rewarding career? If you are passionate about providing quality care in a care home setting, come and join our caring team at The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT). What we can offer you: As an important member of our team we will ensure you have all the training, support and tools required to be successful in your new role. We can also offer benefits such as: * Company pension scheme * Life Assurance * Paid breaks * Comprehensive induction * Ongoing training in care * Training in specialism such as dementia * Cost of DBS check * "My Reward" giving you discount on shopping, holidays, cinema, dining, days out and much more! * Refer a friend to the Trust rewards 1000 for nurse referrals and 500 for all other roles What your night will look like: When you are part of our team your daily routine will be as varied as the needs of the people you are looking after. It will be important that you know what makes a difference to them and what makes them smile. We need you to be responsible for their emotional and physical wellbeing and play an active part in encouraging their participation in occupational and meaningful activities. As part of the team you will also assist residents with personal care such as washing, dressing, personal hygiene and being part of their meal time experience. Delivering the highest standard of care, promoting independence and dignity while ensuring all records are accurate and up to date, and full training will be given to achieve these standards. Who we are: The Orders of St John Care Trust is one of the largest not for profit care providers in the UK, delivering excellent specialist nursing and residential care tailored to meet our 4,000 residents' individual needs across four counties. We are a charity with the benefit of being a large employer, who can support you with your professional development and reward you accordingly. Our focus is on our residents, not our profit. So, you get to work in a friendly, inclusive, welcoming home with the benefits you deserve whilst being able to give our residents the time, attention and care they deserve. The Home Grevill House/Ashley Unit is a 50 bed Nursing/Residential home attached to a 15 bed Intermediate care facility, located in within a short walk of Charlton Kings, a suburb of Cheltenham. Grevill House is a well established care home which have forged strong community links to ensure a transparent approach to living and working within a care home. The Multi-cultural team is led by a Home Manager who ensures that all staff are well supported to achieve their own developmental aspirations. The Ashley Unit provides an invaluable rehabilitation service that enables residents to be reskilled and relocate back to their own homes. This purpose built building provides a supportive environment for residents and the team alike. Who you are: You will have excellent communication skills and enjoy being part of a dedicated team. Working in a person-centred way showing compassion, empathy and a willingness to undertake all aspects of care and social activities to meet the needs of our residents. Your desire to develop a career in care is more important that experience as training will be given. This is your opportunity to make a real difference in not only our residents lives but also their families and community. Location (Region) Gloucestershire Location (Site) Grevill House Postcode GL52 6YL Contract type Permanent No. of hours per week 36.00 Candidate Contact glos.osjct@cohesionrecruitment.com Job Descrip