Care Assistant

Are you passionate with a caring nature? Could you provide the necessary support and personal care to residents with dementia and nursing requirements?

The Home

Dunlarg care home is situated in the peaceful countryside in the village of Keady, County Armagh. The home has easy access to local shops and public transport. Dunlarg is made up of two units and in total cares for 58 residents. Dunlarg provides different categories of care from General Nursing to General Residential Care. Within the categories it can extend to Learning Disability, Mental Health, and Physical Disability under 65. All new residents are met with a warm welcome and are encouraged to enjoy their home from home experience.

The Role

To provide high-quality person-centred care to the residents of the home, supporting with their everyday needs and contributing to their enjoyment of life.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with care plans, tasks and activities to support the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents
• Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved
• Assist residents with eating, drinking, washing, dressing and going to the toilet
• Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families

You will need:

• To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
• A good standard of written and oral English
• Experience in Health and Social Care not required as full training will be provided
• The Right to Work in the UK
• Be NISCC registered or eligible to register

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• 4-weekly pay
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI fee paid for
• NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: £11.50 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship? If not, what visa are you currently on?

Work Location: In person