Care Assistant

Location: Hertfordshire

We are seeking a number of experienced Care Assistants to deliver excellent care to the residents of Croydon. Ideally, the successful candidates will hold an NVQ level 2 or have experience in working in health & social care. However, full training will be provided and we will support staff who wish to undertake qualifications. In return we offer a great working environment in new purpose built building, a friendly team and the ability to make a significant positive contribution to the lives of our residents, along with the following hourly rate: £17.50 - £20.90 PER HOUR.

Night shift is paid at £21.50 PER HOUR. In addition to a wide range of benefits to employees:
Generous annual leave starting at 28 days Travel expenses Free onsite car parking Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Free life assurance cover Ongoing training and development programmes Main duties and responsibilities:
To assist residents according to their needs and wishes with personal care including washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, continence control and er training, to use equipment provided for moving, handling and weighing residents correctly To treat all residents with dignity and respect at all times To be the Key Worker for specific residents To be responsible when trained, for administering drugs To care for residents who are unwell or dying, under supervision.

To maintain accurate and comprehensive Care Plan Records in accordance with your responsibilities and instructions. To attend handover meetings promptly at the beginning of each shift. Following training act within the legal and regulatory requirements covering care homes, including:

- Care Standards Act Health & Safety requirements Fire Regulations. Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge of SOVA requirements and work within these guidelines at all times. Ensure that all visitors should receive a warm and professional welcome. Make sure that any questions received from relatives of residents are answered accurately, referring to a Manager any questions which you cannot answer. To assist in providing mental and physical stimulation for residents Assist with duties in the dining room, kitchen or laundry duties on an as and when required basis.

To undertake training as required to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the role Any other duties or variations to the above duties that may be reasonably required from time to time.