Job Description

For over 100 years, we have provided care for extraordinary ex-servicemen and women of varying ages and needs, from those who served in WW2 to those who more recently served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

It is important for us to remember their extraordinary stories and that after their service has finished, Broughton House is where they call home.

You will be a part of our multi-disciplinary and enthusiastic team to provide a variety of care for our veterans including holistic services, dementia care, general nursing and residential needs on one recently rebuilt state-of-the-art site in Salford, Greater Manchester.

Our unique approach is an inspiring vision to enable and empower the armed forces community to live with dignity and independence in 'life after service'.

About the role

We are seeking permanent care assistants to work on nights. FIXED SHIFT PATTERN WEEK1 MON TUES SA SUN WEEK2 WED THUR

FRI.

WE CANNOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME AND WE CANNOT OFFER 20 HR A WEEK CONTRACTS FOR THIS POST

Hours 19:30 - 07:30; including 1 hour unpaid break

Assist residents in all aspects of their personal care and hygiene needs, providing attention when needed, whilst ensuring residents retain their dignity in comfort and with respect.

Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals.

To actively promote and encourage as much personnel independence and choice as possible in the activities of daily living undertaken by the residents within Broughton House.

Under the guidance of the Clinical Lead and working collaboratively with the Wellbeing team, take responsibility for the physical, emotional wellbeing and social needs of our residents in line with their care plans using a person-centred approach.

To assist residents who have limited mobility, or physical/learning difficulties, making best use of aids provided, to ensure that they can safely achieve their personal goals.

About you

Previous experience working in health and/or social care; working in a care home environment is advantageous

Competent IT skills and willing to learn new software.

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to provide quality care

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good organisational skills

Good team working skills

Effective time management skills

Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions

Flexible and adaptable to change

What we offer

Salary: 12 per hour

Annual leave: 20 days plus statutory bank holidays

Paid DBS

Training opportunities

Pension scheme

Heavily subsidised meals

Free uniform

Staff recognition program

Blue light card scheme

So, do you want to deliver high quality and person-centred care in a friendly not for profit environment, in a state-of-the-art facility with an amazing group of residents? If so, then we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that we are not offering skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role.

To learn more about Broughton House, please visit https://www.broughtonhouse.com/

Broughton House Veterans Care Village is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

All successful candidates will be subject to screening including a DBS check and be able to provide at least 2 employment references including their most recent employer. All employees will be expected to adhere to company policies including Safeguarding.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.65 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food
Schedule:

12 hour shift Night shift Weekend availability
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person