Care Assistant (Nightshift)
Care and Support - Cathay Care Home
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £12.10 Per Hour
Shift Type: Nightshift
Contracted hours:
Our purpose built care home is situated on the woodland edge of Forres, in the beautiful countryside of Moray. We proudly offer Residential, Dementia, Nursing & Respite care for 41-residents.
At our home, you’ll be a key person responsible in helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents - You’ll be an integral part of our care team to promote the values and ethos of our home.
What You’ll Do
1. Empower Independence: Assist residents with their daily routines, from getting dressed to staying active, while encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.
2. Personalized Care: Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan, providing hands-on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.
3. Health and Wellbeing: Keep a close eye on residents’ health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.
4. Champion Dignity: Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
5. Social Support: Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
6. Safety and Comfort: Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
7. Nutritional Support: Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
8. Spread Smiles: Above all, bring joy to our residents’ lives and make them smile every day.
About You
Qualifications: SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred.
Experience: Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant, but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
Passion: You’re genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
Values: You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.
Benefits
1. Pension
2. Onsite Parking
3. Paid PVG
4. Uniform Provided
5. 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
Job Info
Job Title: Care Assistant (Nightshift)
Company: CV-Library
Location: Elgin, Moray
Posted:
Closes: Jan 10th 2025
Sector: Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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