Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant to join our healthcare team for full time/part time/ bank role. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality resident care by creating a positive resident experience.
Here at Joseph Nursing Home (Senkoun Integrated Healthcare Solutions) we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.
As a Care Assistant, you’re at the heart of making a difference to our residents. You’re as passionate about care as we are, and we’d love you to be part of our family. You’ll be working with the most remarkable team helping people from your own community.
You understand how delivering high-quality, personal and social care, is as important as nurturing relationships, providing kindness and warmth to individuals and your amazing colleagues. So that our residents feel truly valued, cared for and part of life in the home.
We’re looking for motivated, positive individuals with great interpersonal skills. You understand what is important to others. Whether you’re an experienced carer or new to the sector, we’ll provide you with the support and training you need to develop, where you can learn from some of the best people in the industry. We’ll also train you on all aspects of our new digital care, transforming how you work, making things easier and letting you focus on care for our residents.
What does the role involve?
- Assisting residents with a high standard of social and emotional care and recognising and meeting the specific needs of residents
- Supporting residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care
- Being part of a team supporting the nurse or senior care assistant in monitoring our residents and reporting change
- Communicating with residents’ families, friends and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain effective communications, both verbal and written, making accurate reports on residents and inform other members of the senior care team of day-to-day changes.
- Create a caring and supportive environment in which residents can reach their full potential both physically and mentally
- Ensure own and, when appropriate, other’s actions reduce risks to health and safety
- Undertake any other duties as required from time to time.
Shift Specifications :
- Day Shifts: 8:00 am to 8:00pm.
- Night Shifts: 8:00pm to 8:00pm.
Job Requirements & Expectations:
For full-time positions you will be required to work alternate weekends as a minimum.
Candidates with previous Nursing Home experience will take priority.
If your experience lies in a different setting a screening might be conducted prior to being selected for an interview.
Your qualities
- Caring personality and caring nature
- Positive attitude and outlook
- Good attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Commitment to providing compassionate and empathetic patient care
What we can offer you:
- £12.21 per hour
- Monthly employee recognition awards.
- Company pension.
- Industry-recognized training and development are offered and encouraged.
- Mentorship/buddying from our friendly team.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to Perks/discounts
About The Home:
Joseph Nursing and Care Home is a beautiful brand new nursing and residential care home in the sunny seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea in North Essex.
Just set back from the main esplanade, Joseph Nursing and Care Home is set in a sleepy suburban tree-lined road, away from the hustle and bustle of this lovely town, but only a few minutes’ walk, if you want to take in some of the seaside fun.
The Home has 16 individual bedrooms, most with walk-in wet rooms/private bathrooms, decorated to the highest standard, and beautiful in design. The Ground Floor is tailored more for specific nursing needs, whilst upstairs can be for nursing needs, but also boasts some beautiful large bay-windowed rooms, for those who enjoy their own company, and are geared towards the elderly residential Residents.
Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on patients' lives. Apply now to be part of our dynamic healthcare environment where your skills as a care assistant will be valued and appreciated.
If you believe you are right fit for the role, apply here or send your CV to [email protected] for more details.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
