About the Company
Blossom are a Supported Living, person-centered care provider, providing 24/7 support.
We have 17 people we support across 7 services, and we need to increase our support staff due to people moving, going to Uni, or other reasons.
Why should I apply for this Care Assistant job?
Care Professional Academy Rewards:
• Hertfordshire based Rewards
• Student Discount Packages
• Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
• Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
• Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.
and a lot more.....
What does this Care Assistant job involve?
Hours of Work:24 - 48 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 08:00 - 20:00 / 20:00 - 08:00
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Assist with the day to day management of the individuals home such as cooking, cleaning etc - encouraging service users to help wherever possible.
• Support and respect the dignity of individuals at all times and to promote a positive image for them whilst out in the community.
• Ensure the individuals life is lived to the full in their daily activities, holidays etc. Doing all we can do to encourage them to live their best lives.
• Personal care.
• Supporting on days out, shopping, appointments etc.
• Log care and read care plans.
Am I the right person for this Care Assistant job?
• Care Certificate (or working towards)
• NVQ in health and social care (preferrable but not essential)
• Drivers would be an advantage.
• For this role you would need to be outgoing, kind and compassionate with a friendly demeanour.