Care Assistant (Nights)

Job Description

Job Title:Care Assistant

Reports to: Care Coordinator

Job Description: The Care Assistant is responsible for providing excellent care and support to our residents. The job includes helping to ensure the residents are comfortable and safe while they are in our facility, while also assisting with their daily living needs. The Care Assistant is also responsible for assisting with the daily activities of the residents, which may include helping them with their personal hygiene, dressing, eating, ambulation, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record required Must be able to read, write and speak English. Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities:

• Assist with residents’ personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, eating, etc.
• Assist with residents' daily living needs such as getting in out of bed, bathing, eating, etc.
• Assist with any emergency needs such as broken window or door or water damage.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £11.60-£11.80 per hour

Expected hours: 22 – 44 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Referral programme

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houghton le Spring, DH4 7AW: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)
• Care home: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 06/05/2024