Care Assistant Care and Support - Crosslaw House Care Home
About the Role
Located in Lanark, South Lanarkshire, our beautiful care home provides Nursing & Dementia care for 45-residents. As a key person, you will be responsible for helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents.
Key Responsibilities
* 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.
* Personalized Care: Follow and support each resident's personalized care plan, providing hands-on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.
* 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.
* Champion Dignity: Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
* Social Support: Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
* Safety and Comfort: Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
* Nutritional Support: Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
* Spread Smiles: Bring joy to our residents' lives and make them smile every day.
Requirements
* 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.
* Possession: Genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
* Values: Bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.
What We Offer
* Pension:
* Onsite Parking:
* Paid PVG:
* Uniform Provided:
* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract):
Salary: £12.10 Per Hour
Shift Type: Days & Nights Available Contracted hours: 32.5