Job Description

Bank Care Assistant

We are looking for a Bank Care Assistant to join our small, friendly care home for older people.

Are you passionate and caring and want to join a well-established dedicated staff team?

Are you looking to progress your career or just want a new challenge?

If yes, to these questions, we would love to hear from you.

Essential:

Genuine interest and passion in working with vulnerable people

Team Player

Excellent communication skills

Great time-keeper and reliable

Comfortable working shifts

Desirable:

SVQ Level 2 in Care

Experience in working in health or social care

Full Driving License

Experience of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and Fire Safety procedures

About the role:

Bank Care Assistant for day and/or night shift. Shifts will be variable and will be discussed at interview stage. Rate of pay is 12.60 per hour. We offer competitive rates of pay, paid annual registration, Company Pension Scheme, support and training and development programmes.

You will be assisting our residents with all aspects of their day to day life. Ability to provide help, support and attention where required.

Communicating with colleagues and residences family about the type and level of care required.

Assisting with domestic duties as required along with helping at mealtimes for residents and visitors.

Organising and helping with events, activities and entertainment for residents and families.

Maintaining log books and records as required.

Ensuring the home is kept clean and tidy at all times.

Always ensuring maximum safety & wellbeing.

About us

Notwen House is a family run 24 bed care home based in Annandale & Eskdale, Dumfries & Galloway. We have recently undergone extensive renovations that allow us to provide our residents with exceptional care. As a close-knit team, we are looking for someone who can join us and help support our residents to live as meaningful and fulfilling lives as possible. Working at Notwen House is a rewarding and enjoyable experience with the chance to progress your career and build some strong & meaningful relationships.

We are committed to training our staff to high levels so they can provide an excellent quality of support to our residents. There is also the opportunity to acquire additional skills, qualifications and learning that is paid for by the company. Along with this, the company also runs an employee Health Plan which includes staff wellbeing sessions, a company pension scheme and excellent opportunities to progress your career.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Store discount
Application question(s):

Where did you gain your care experience? Do you have an SVQ 2 or willing to work towards this qualification?
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person