Job Description

Care is Central is seeking likeminded individuals who are compassionate, caring and dedicated to caring for others the same way we are,

We are looking for individuals who can provide empathetic and person-centred care to join our well established team of care assistants supporting our independent living scheme at Lavender Court, Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedford MK45 2BX , and supporting across our other independent living schemes in surrounding Bedfordshire.

Lavender Court is an apartment complex for individuals aged 55 and over where people live independently in their own apartments. Care is Central are the on-site care team, providing care and support to a range of people living in the scheme. This role is focused on maintaining people's independence and promoting dignity, choice, and empowerment at all points of care delivery.

Join us on our mission to serve the people of Central Bedfordshire by helping them, treating them well, and providing the best possible care and support.

Main Duties of a Care Assistant:

Providing compassionate and dignified personal care (bathing, dressing, continence care etc.)

Assisting individuals to manage and take their medication (training provided)

Light domestic duties to help around the home and ensure a safe environment

Support individuals to access the community and local facilities

Assisting with moving and handling including the use of equipment such as hoists (training provided)

Providing emotional support and companionship to those in our care

Liaising with healthcare professionals and families regularly to provide updates, seek healthcare treatments or follow up on any concerns

To follow individual care plans, ensuring that all needs are met according to established guidelines and to regularly feedback to the Team Leader when updates are required.

Being resilient, attentive, and ensuring our residents are treated with the dignity and care they deserve

Maintain a clean, safe and homely environment for our residents, ensuring that all equipment is used properly and safely

To work positively within the team and be a can-do, pro-active contributor who can

Requirements:

As a values-based employer, we do not need you to have previous experience in a professional caring role, though it would be beneficial, as would any personal experience you may have provided care for others.

What is important to us is that you share our values, have a passion for helping others, can work positively within a team (even when things aren't easy!) and bring joy and laughter to the role, both with those we support and those we work with.

We do also need you to:

Be eligible to work in the UK (Please note we do not offer Sponsorship)

Have strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written

A caring nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.

Undertake an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by us)

What We Can Offer You:

A supportive, positive and proactive workplace that cares about people and values treating them well

Domiciliary care provision without the need for travel between clients

Competitive pay rate of 12.60-12.78 per hour

An employee assistance and wellbeing support service to help in times of need.

Multiple platforms to access high street discounts and offer schemes, including a Blue Light Card.

Paid induction training, including gaining a recognised Care Certificate

Opportunity to obtain NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Health & Social Care on completion of probation to enhance career development.

Double pay on Christmas day/Boxing Day/New Year's Day

Free uniform

Enrolment in the company pension scheme (But you can opt out if you wish)

Plus other employee benefits

Skills and Attributes - Our Values, Your Values:

We need all team members to model our organisational C.A.R.E values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect & Empowerment and actively promote a culture that:

Drives Continuous Improvement: Encourages innovation, service development and high-quality delivery across all areas.

Delivers with Compassion: Embeds empathy and person-centred principles in all decision-making and quality assurance.

Champions Person-Led Care: Embodies and promotes the values of My Home Life and Think Local Act Personal.

Positive Collaborator: Actively engages with the wider team to drive growth, work collaboratively, utilise individual skills and strengths, and fosters positive, meaningful and respectful working relations.

Application Process:

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click the apply button and submit a CV which we consider to be your expression of interest. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you to discuss the role, arrange an interview and send a link to an application form to you. If you relish in meeting new people, caring for others and would like to work for a company that supports and celebrates our hard-working staff, then please apply.

Please Note: Applications are reviewed as received and we may close this position upon finding a suitable candidate. We are not able to contact or provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

To Find Out More About the Role:

If you wish to find out more about this role, please email Hollie Wiseman at hrsupport@careiscentral.org.uk

To Find Out More About Care is Central:

To find out more about Care is Central and our vision to be the leading provider of adult social care services in Central Bedfordshire, please visit our website: www.careiscentral.org.uk

Pay: 12.60-12.78 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person