Job Description

We ask staff to work alternate weekends, but every other weekend isn't always required. The Ideal Candidate will be flexible with their availability. Full time Contract of 38 hours per week.

Day Shifts 8am-8pm

Night Shifts are 8pm-8am

Generally Day Shifts but with rotation onto Night Shifts - usually every 4-6 weeks depending on the needs of the rota.

Previous experience is an advantage but is not essential, as full training is provided.

Due to the nature of the role, an enhanced DBS check will required prior to commencement of employment.

Must be aged 18+ to apply.

We do not offer sponsorship for candidates so please do not apply if you require sponsorship.

The Purpose of the Role

Under the supervision of nursing/senior care staff, work as part of a team to deliver excellent standards of care to residents. Care will be carried out in accordance with individual care plans, whilst promoting privacy and dignity and enhancing independence, rehabilitation and personal choice.

Main Job Activities and Responsibilities

Assist with Resident mobility, changes in position (including pressure relief) using approved, safe techniques and equipment.

Communicate clearly with Residents, taking into account individual needs and ability, ensuring residents wear/use hearing aids, spectacles and other communication aids appropriately

Record and pass on observations, findings and messages appropriately e.g.: weight, food and fluid intake, telephone messages. This may include simple tests such as TPR, urinalysis and BM's where staff have been appropriately trained to do so

Assist with the orientation, admission and discharge of Residents, handling personal property appropriately

Assist in keeping the care environment clean, tidy and hazard free e.g.:

Cleaning of equipment and safe disposal of waste Making beds ensuring infected/soiled linen is handled appropriately
Assist with the washing and handling of linen and personal laundry when necessary

Ensure Residents' rooms and communal areas are kept tidy, clean and clutter free

Assist with Resident bathing, dressing, undressing, toileting and personal hygiene paying due attention to:

Hair, nails, Teeth/dentures Shaving requirements Personal image and appearance Preferred/prescribed creams and lotions
Act within the role of a Key Worker to a small number of residents which will involve obtaining a sound knowledge of the Resident's life history and routines, personality, physical health and those factors that influence the way that the Resident would choose to receive their care and support

Act as an advocate for the Resident in the case of suspected abuse, ensuring that any concerns are passed on to the Senior Carer/Nurse in Charge immediately

Perform escort duties as requested to hospital and other professional visits.

Chaperone and support visiting doctors and other professionals as requested

Participate in social activities to provide an optimum quality of life for each resident, encouraging relatives, friends and carers to become involved as appropriate

Assist with end of life care of residents as appropriate, supporting relatives, friends and carers and reporting any discomfort or concerns immediately to the person in charge

As requested by a supervisor or manager, undertake any other reasonable task which is within your competence.

As requested by a supervisor or manager, participate in the home's quality and clinical governance programme, including the audit of care and services delivery.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-12.77 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person