CARE ASSISTANT - THE CROSSINGS/OAKMEAD

We currently have opportunities for part time (15 & 22.5 hours per week) Care Assistants to work within our registered care homes, The Crossings (in Wendover) and Oakmead (in Weston Turville), where we support people with learning and physical disabilities.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you`ll support service users with their day to day needs to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. This will involve assisting individuals with:

• personal care needs
• mealtimes and social activities
• day trips out
• attending appointments and maintaining their health and well-being
• promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning
• support in any other areas of their daily living.

As a care assistant, you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a highly effective service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.

• Effective communicator using different methods according to the complex needs of those in your care.
• Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work shifts as part of a rota system, including some weekend and bank holiday working
• Teamwork and flexibility are key to the success of the services we provide, as is a clear commitment to equality and diversit