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Dorset CouncilBlandford Forum

30+ days ago

Salary

£12.19–£15.51 hourly

Job description

Care Assistant – day or night

Up to 37 hours per week - permanent

12.19 - £15.51 per hour

Castleman House, Salisbury Road, Blandford

We are people focused . We are genuine . We have integrity . We will develop . We are a team .”

These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Residential Care Home - Castleman House.

Location : Castleman House , Salisbury Road, Blandford Forum

12.19 - £15.51 per hour
Fixed work patterns
Regular shift patterns
Alternating weekends
Refer a friend scheme up to £300

Care Dorset offers fantastic benefits :

Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

Generous holiday allowance

Fixed work patterns

Employee referral scheme

Pension

Support and inclusive work environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Pay enhancement for weekends

Eligibility for Blue Light Card discount package

About the role :

Each day as a Care Assistant is different. You will assist with all aspects of personal care and support for the people we support within the setting.

Undertake personal care duties as required to the relevant client group which will typically include toileting, washing, feeding and manual handling (including hoisting) and transfer.

Undertake domestic tasks, such as cleaning and laundry

Support the relevant client group in a way that maintains dignity and privacy

Participate in the maintenance of essential record keeping, through brief written recording on individual client records

Comply with Health and Safety requirements in respect of manual handling and transfer hoisting and the use of protective equipment to aid infection control

You would be expected to work within the Gold Standards Framework

About you :

Previous experience as a Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided.

A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people's lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

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