Job Description

'We are not a team in a workplace; we are a family all together'

Health Care Assistant - We are looking for both Day and Night staff including candidates who are looking for a Bank position.

Starting from 12.50 per hour

Woodside Lodge are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

We offer full and part time positions, with flexible contracts available for kind, caring, compassionate people who want to join us.

Please note we do not offer Sponsorship currently.

We are looking for Care Assistants who are keen to work towards their NVQ2 in Health and Social Care, with a passion and enthusiasm to work with the elderly and who would like to join our team and become a part of the family in our home.

Under the leadership and guidance of our Managers and Senior Carers, you'll play an essential role in our resident's lives; they need your assistance with personal care, dietary requirements, socialising and comfort. You'll be making a difference to someone's quality of life every day, our resident's smiles are magical.

We are always seeking ways to help you progress in your career. We are proud to support you in your development and encourage training at all levels.

Who we're looking for...

Candidates who wish to embark or enhance on their career in Dementia care and those who are keen to work towards their NVQ2 in Health and Social Care.

We are also seeking candidates who are confident with IT systems, such as PCS and Atlas which supports with effective care documentation. Great communicative skills, proactive thinking in an ever-changing environment, keen eye for detail, an open approach to continuous learning and working as part of a team. Furthermore, previous training or a keen enthusiasm to work towards medication training is desirable. .

Who we are...

Woodside Lodge Residential Care Home is set in the heart of the tranquil New Forest, 10 minutes from the historic town of Christchurch. We are a family run privately owned Residential Care Home established in 1983 and have earned a very highly esteemed reputation for offering quality residential care.

We specialise in Dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's care and have nearly 40 years' experience enriching our resident's lives.

We are always expanding our team and welcome new knowledge and ideas, in an ever-changing environment.

We are looking for bright, enthusiastic people to join the Woodside Lodge family.

Benefits

Pay enhancement for weekends, nights and NVQ qualifications Additional hours / overtime opportunities available Paid annual leave entitlement of 28 days Paid breaks Company Pension Scheme Free meals on 12hr Shifts Free Training provided Free uniform and DBS check - we are now requesting all candidates to sign up to the yearly update service - cost will be met by the company for each consecutive year you are employed with us.*
Career progression opportunities
This post involves working with vulnerable adults from all walks of life, candidates should be over 18 years of age to provide care, and a job offer of this role will be subject to satisfactory references and completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

We do welcome volunteers and part time apprentices who are looking to embark on a career in Health & Social Care - Please contact us for more information

Please apply by sending us an email with your CV to;

woodsidelodge @woodsidelodge.co.uk

You can also contact us by Telephone on 01425 673030

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: From 12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Christchurch BH23 8DB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person