Job title: Care Assistant (Nights)
Location: Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire
Working hours: Morning shifts are 8am - 2pm, Evening shifts are 2pm - 8pm and Night shifts are 8pm - 8am. Required to work every other weekend.
Job Summary: We are looking for a dedicated and conscientious care assistant to join and strengthen our friendly team. We’re seeking a caring and compassionate individual who enjoys interacting with residents and assisting them with their daily living activities. Candidates must be warm and friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for providing our residents with high quality care and support. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, well-organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Proven experience in working with residents, in either a paid or voluntary capacity, is desirable for this role.
Your Responsibilities:
* Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and toileting.
* Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming and changing bed linens.
* Assist in the safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of clients.
* Accompany clients to medical appointments.
* Observe, monitor and record clients’ physical and emotional well-being, and promptly report any changes to senior staff.
* Encourage clients to participate in social and recreational activities
Desirable Skills:
* NVQ/QCF Level 2 or equivalent
* Previous experience as a care worker or as an unpaid carer
* Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding procedures
* Working knowledge of health and safety matters relating to care
* Flexible approach to working
* A Portable DBS would be preferred
Required:
* Be willing to achieve NVQ/QCF level 2 or higher
* Clean background check.
* Interpersonal skills.
* Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures.
Work Remotely
* No
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £11.77 per hour
Expected hours: 34.5 per week
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Night shift
Work Location: In person
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