Job Description

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this role

About Wemyss Lodge

Wemyss Lodge is a Nursing and Complex Care home which has been open for over 20 years in Stratton St. Margaret, Swindon, Wiltshire. Wemyss Lodge caters for a vast variety of care needs and works with the motto "everyone deserves a home and family life."

Our staff team work in partnership to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents. We have beds providing nursing, respite, dementia, mental health, and complex care units, which all our staff will be fully trained in, including advanced training in specialist areas.

Wemyss Lodge is within easy reach of shops, local amenities, and close to public transport.

About the Role

As an experienced Care Assistant working days or nights, you will be part of a team and need to show empathy and a warm, compassionate nature towards our clients and their families.

Our staff help to promote independence and positively enhance all our clients' lives, because they are at the heart of everything we do.

To achieve this:

You must have a positive attitude and be able to work in a person-centred way providing personal care, assisting with meals and fluids. Be compassionate and sensitive to our residents and their emotional needs. Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, family and health care professionals. Our team need to understand dignity, respect, and the importance of offering choice. Staff should have knowledge of how we are regulated by CQC, or an understanding of what CQC means.

Essential Educational Requirements for Care Assistants

Ideal candidates will have experience in Health and Social Care. NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care is preferable but not essential, as this will be provided for once probation has been completed. We welcome anyone willing to train and work towards fully funded qualifications such as Advanced Dementia, Learning Disabilities, Brain Injuries, Mental Health, and much more.

What We Offer

Overtime available and paid at an enhanced rate Bank Holidays paid at an enhanced rate (if worked) Staff appreciation incentive bonuses Free meals on shifts 5.6 weeks paid holiday Company pension Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development All staff are to complete the Care Certificate within their probation period and will also have opportunities to advance in their skills and positions as they arise
If you are a dedicated and caring individual who is passionate about supporting others, we would love to hear from you.

Shift Options:

Day shifts: 8.00am to 8.00pm Night shifts: 8.00pm to 8.00am
(Working week runs Monday to Sunday on a flexible rota completed a month in advance)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-13.25 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

12 hour shift Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Swindon SN3 4LH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you require Sponsorship?
Experience:

Care home: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person