Care Assistant

at  The Abbeyfield Society

Bramhall SK7, , United Kingdom -

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Immediate30 Nov, 2024GBP 12 Hourly02 Sep, 2024N/AGood communication skillsNoNo
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Description:

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We’re dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.
The Home: Abbeyfield house is a 16 Bedded care home, located just one mile away from Bramhall Village in Stockport.
Role: Care Assistant
Location: Abbeyfield House,120 Moss Ln, Bramhall, Stockport SK7 1EE
Hours: 27 Hours a week
Shift Times: Week 1: Mon 8am - 8pm, Tue 2pm - 8pm, Sat 8am - 8pm. Week 2: Tue 8am - 2pm, Wed 8am - 2pm, Fri 8am - 8pm
Pay: £12.58p/h

The Role of Care Assistant

  • As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you’ll be at the front line of care delivery.
  • You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
  • You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
  • Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
  • Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
  • You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

Pay & Benefits

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

  • £12.58 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
  • Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
  • Comprehensive induction
  • Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our ‘refer a friend’ scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
  • Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
  • Learning and career development opportunities
  • Occupational sick pay
  • Company pension
  • Discounted gym membership
  • An employee assistance programme
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Shop and save vouchers
  • Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
  • Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

About You

  • Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
  • Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked

Responsibilities:

  • As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you’ll be at the front line of care delivery.
  • You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
  • You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
  • Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
  • Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
  • You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

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Bramhall SK7, United Kingdom