JOB OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant to join our healthcare team for full time/part time/ bank role. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality resident care by creating a positive resident experience.
Here at Joseph Nursing Home (Senkoun Integrated Healthcare Solutions) we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.
As a Care Assistant, you’re at the heart of making a difference to our residents. You’re as passionate about care as we are, and we’d love you to be part of our family. You’ll be working with the most remarkable team helping people from your own community.
You understand how delivering high-quality, personal and social care, is as important as nurturing relationships, providing kindness and warmth to individuals and your amazing colleagues. So that our residents feel truly valued, cared for and part of life in the home.
We’re looking for motivated, positive individuals with great interpersonal skills. You understand what is important to others. Whether you’re an experienced carer or new to the sector, we’ll provide you with the support and training you need to develop, where you can learn from some of the best people in the industry. We’ll also train you on all aspects of our new digital care, transforming how you work, making things easier and letting you focus on care for our residents.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & EXPECTATIONS:

For full-time positions you will be required to work alternate weekends as a minimum.
Candidates with previous Nursing Home experience will take priority.
If your experience lies in a different setting a screening might be conducted prior to being selected for an interview.

• Assisting residents with a high standard of social and emotional care and recognising and meeting the specific needs of residents
• Supporting residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care
• Being part of a team supporting the nurse or senior care assistant in monitoring our residents and reporting change
• Communicating with residents’ families, friends and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain effective communications, both verbal and written, making accurate reports on residents and inform other members of the senior care team of day-to-day changes.
• Create a caring and supportive environment in which residents can reach their full potential both physically and mentally
• Ensure own and, when appropriate, other’s actions reduce risks to health and safety
• Undertake any other duties as required from time to time.