Day Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 December 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2025 |
| Location: | NE3 1NH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Abbeyfield Northumbria |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | GR1 |
Summary
Abbeyfield Northumbria has an immediate vacancy for a part-time Day Care Assistant to work 21 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota basis at The Grove, Gosforth, NE3 1NH.
The pay is £12.68 per hour and we offer a wide range of benefits, including: enhanced overtime rates; health and wellbeing package with EAP and private dental insurance; life assurance and enhanced long-service leave allowances. We also provide uniform and training and development opportunities.
As a Day Care Assistant, you will provide a professional care, both physical and emotional, delivering quality care to residents. Our ethos is person-centred care and enabling residents to live as independently as they wish.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of residents. We are looking for applicants who are qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care but will consider unqualified applicants who are willing to work towards that qualification. We also encourage applicants over school-leaving age who might be looking for a career in Care. Full training and development support is given.
In return for your dedication and commitment to providing excellence in Care, we offer a number of benefits, including: no deductions for breaks; enhanced company pension scheme and no age related reductions in pay.
Duties:
- Personal care, such as: bathing, dressing and daily activities
- Assist with developing and monitoring Care Plans and residents' health
- Encouraging and supporting residents with independent living
- Assisting with mobility and providing emotional support
- Ensuring all regulations are followed and records kept up to date
- Attending meetings and training as required.
Requirements:
- Minimum GCSE or equivalent including English and Maths
- NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care or similar qualification will be an advantage
- Minimum of one year experience working in a healthcare setting will be an advantage
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
If you are looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply for the position of Day Care Assistant. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional care to our residents.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Day Care Assistant position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.68 per hour
Expected hours: 21 per week
Benefits:
Additional leave
Bereavement leave
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Private dental insurance
Referral programme
Schedule: Day shift
Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience: Care home or equivalent: 1 year (preferred)
Language: English (preferred)
Licence/Certification: NVQ Level2 in Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
The pay is £12.68 per hour and we offer a wide range of benefits, including: enhanced overtime rates; health and wellbeing package with EAP and private dental insurance; life assurance and enhanced long-service leave allowances. We also provide uniform and training and development opportunities.
As a Day Care Assistant, you will provide a professional care, both physical and emotional, delivering quality care to residents. Our ethos is person-centred care and enabling residents to live as independently as they wish.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of residents. We are looking for applicants who are qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care but will consider unqualified applicants who are willing to work towards that qualification. We also encourage applicants over school-leaving age who might be looking for a career in Care. Full training and development support is given.
In return for your dedication and commitment to providing excellence in Care, we offer a number of benefits, including: no deductions for breaks; enhanced company pension scheme and no age related reductions in pay.
Duties:
- Personal care, such as: bathing, dressing and daily activities
- Assist with developing and monitoring Care Plans and residents' health
- Encouraging and supporting residents with independent living
- Assisting with mobility and providing emotional support
- Ensuring all regulations are followed and records kept up to date
- Attending meetings and training as required.
Requirements:
- Minimum GCSE or equivalent including English and Maths
- NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care or similar qualification will be an advantage
- Minimum of one year experience working in a healthcare setting will be an advantage
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
If you are looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply for the position of Day Care Assistant. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional care to our residents.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Day Care Assistant position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.68 per hour
Expected hours: 21 per week
Benefits:
Additional leave
Bereavement leave
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Private dental insurance
Referral programme
Schedule: Day shift
Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience: Care home or equivalent: 1 year (preferred)
Language: English (preferred)
Licence/Certification: NVQ Level2 in Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person