Pay Rate: 12.77per hour
Shift Hours: 8am - 8pm
Full Time and Part Time Availabe
Please note this role is not eligble for sponsorship
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional daytime care? Join us at The Oaks Care Home, part of the Sandstone Care Group. Situated in Newtown, Powys, this luxurious 73-bed, purpose-built nursing and residential home opened in January 2020 and offers state-of-the-art facilities. These include a coffee shop/bistro, hair & nail salon, activities room, landscaped gardens, and advanced care technology.
We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and dynamic environment for both residents and staff, and we are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate individuals to join our team and contribute to our continued success.
Your Role as a Care Practitioner (Days):
As a Care Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of our residents during the day. Your key responsibilities will include:
Personalized Support: Assisting residents with personal care routines, such as bathing, dressing, and mobility, while respecting their dignity and independence.
Meal Assistance: Supporting residents during meal times, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met.
Engagement and Activities: Encouraging residents to participate in hobbies, social events, and daily activities to enrich their lives.
Health Monitoring: Observing and recording any changes in residents' health or behavior and promptly reporting concerns to senior staff.
Environmental Standards: Maintaining cleanliness and a welcoming atmosphere in residents' rooms and communal areas.
Team Collaboration: Working closely with colleagues to ensure all residents receive consistent, high-quality care.
Ongoing Learning: Participating in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:
Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.
Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
Refer-a-Friend - and get a 250 bonus
Wagestream- access some of your earned money early and get money management tips
Employee Assistance Programme - helping you look after your health and wellbeing
Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark' and play a key role
- Overtime is paid for working over full time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final.Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me' app. Flexible pay is available via ‘WAGESTREAM'.
We are seeking dedicated, professional, and compassionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. The ideal candidate will:
Be Compassionate and Caring: Demonstrate a genuine passion for supporting older people and promoting their independence.
Exhibit Strong Communication Skills: Build positive relationships with residents, their families, and team members.
Work with Integrity: Maintain high professional standards, including discretion and respect for residents' privacy.
Be Flexible and Adaptable: Respond effectively to the dynamic needs of residents and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Experience is a Plus: Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential. We value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.
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