Job summary Healthcare Assistant Ipswich £11.44 - £11.64p/h (weekends 30% enhancements) Full time rotational days and nights Ipswich, Suffolk Why join us? Brainkind has exciting career development opportunities for experienced Care Assistants at the beautiful Neurological Care Centre, The Chantry, based in Ipswich, Suffolk. We are looking for compassionate and dedicated experienced carers to join our team. About us: The Chantry is a Brainkind specialist neurological care centre based in Ipswich, caring for people aged 18 and over a range of neurological conditions. At The Chantry, we provide the care people need to optimise their health and wellbeing, maximise their independence and support their emotional and social needs. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support and help improve the lives of people with a neurological condition or brain injury. Main duties of the job About the role: To promote choice in the delivery of care and support Making decisions to enhance the individuals experience. Ensure accurate reporting and documentation. Promote Brainkind Values and continued High standards. The correct candidate will demonstrate a compassionate and caring nature alongside flexibility with excellent people skills and be a team player. Previous experience or education in the field of care is essential. About us Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals.Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do youll find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other. Rewards You can look forward to excellent benefits, including handy discounts on many brands and services. Friday midnight to Sunday midnight (weekends) 30% Public Holidays 24 hours midnight to midnight 60% Enhancements: 8.00 pm to 6.00 am (nights) 30% 35 days holiday including bank holidays. Pension Contributions Blue Light Card: provides those in the NHS, emergency services, social care sector and armed forces with discounts online and in-store. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Eye voucher scheme Long service and staff awards Free uniform Free Parking Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.44 to £11.64 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number B0462-25-0011 Job locations The Chantry Hadleigh Rd Ipswich IP2 0BP Job description Job responsibilities About the role: To promote choice in the delivery of care and support Making decisions to enhance the individuals experience. Ensure accurate reporting and documentation. Promote Brainkind Values and continued High standards. The correct candidate will demonstrate a compassionate and caring nature alongside flexibility with excellent people skills and be a team player. Previous experience or education in the field of care is essential. Job description Job responsibilities About the role: To promote choice in the delivery of care and support Making decisions to enhance the individuals experience. Ensure accurate reporting and documentation. Promote Brainkind Values and continued High standards. The correct candidate will demonstrate a compassionate and caring nature alongside flexibility with excellent people skills and be a team player. Previous experience or education in the field of care is essential. Person Specification Qualifications Essential About you: The correct candidate will demonstrate a compassionate and caring nature alongside flexibility with excellent people skills and be a team player. Successful applicants must have recent experience in the delivery of care in a similar environment and have or be willing to gain an NVQ 2 in health and social care. Person Specification Qualifications Essential About you: The correct candidate will demonstrate a compassionate and caring nature alongside flexibility with excellent people skills and be a team player. Successful applicants must have recent experience in the delivery of care in a similar environment and have or be willing to gain an NVQ 2 in health and social care. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Brainkind Address The Chantry Hadleigh Rd Ipswich IP2 0BP Employer's website https://brainkind.org/ (Opens in a new tab)