Care Assistant

Care Assistant (Days): £13.25 per hour

36 hours per week, shift pattern 08:00am - 21:00pm

Location: St Teresa s Care Home, South Kensington, London SW7 3PW

Since 1881 hospitality is our core value and, therefore, it s always at the heart of everything we do. With a deeply human attitude and without discrimination, we provide care and support for people who are elderly or suffering from dementia.

Benefits:

• Pension scheme 7% (employers contribution)
• Employee discounts, online & high street stores
• Short course qualifications
• Paid Practical Training
• Free Uniform
• Diverse workforce
• Career progression opportunities
• Free DBS
• 28 days holiday (Incl. Bank Holiday s) Pro Rata
• Subsidised meals

About the Role:

As a Care Assistant you will look after our residents health, wellbeing and happiness. Above all, you will be helping our residents feel comfortable and safe while they enjoy an exceptional quality of life in an atmosphere of respect, trust and joy.

This role includes:

• Digital monitoring and recording of residents health and well-being
• Personal Care
• Completing handovers
• Liaising with health professionals and relatives
• Supporting residents with high quality, person centred care
• Answering call bells
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Assisting with mobility
• Accompanying residents to appointments
• Assisting with feeding

Essentials:

• Knowledge with digital care note recording
• Requirements of latest care standards and relevant legislation
• Previous experience working in elderly residential care
• Ability to work flexible hours and weekends
• Previous Care experience
• Excellent IT Skills

Minimum required experience to apply:

• Minimum of 12 months experience in an elderly care home
• At least 6 months experience using a mobile or tablet to record care notes

Required certifications:

• NVQ Level 2 / Care Certificate or willingness to complete
• Dementia Awareness Certificate

Please also note, sponsorship is not available for this role.