Bank Care Assistant

No Sponsorship opportunities with this role. The Home provides both residential and dementia care in separate areas of the Home. The facilities include a residents pub, hair and beauty salon’s, sweet shop, cinema, bowls green and large gardens. Cottingham Manor is currently recruiting for Care Assistants (Nights and days) Bank Contract available. £13.10 per hour (£13.20 with NVQ2). Free DBS check*. This role will include some weekend work. The role of a Care Assistant is to ensure the needs of the residents are met in a person-centred way that respects their dignity and promotes independence. It is essential that all our staff are: Flexible, caring and compassionate; Positive, self-motivated and organised; Willing to undertake any training necessary to develop skills and competency relevant to the role; Sensitive to the needs of others; An active team player and must be able to work on own initiative; Possess good communication skills with colleagues and residents. Overview of Job Description: To provide personal care and support to residents with a wide range of health care needs, illnesses and disabilities, all of which are available in their care plan for staff to follow; Serve and assist with drinks and snacks if required through the day; Make and change beds; tidy rooms along with some light cleaning to ensure resident comfort and maintain the appearance of their home; To maintain accurate documentation with regards to the care and support given to our residents; To act as an advocate to the residents and communicate their needs and wishes when required to senior members of staff. In return the company will offer you: Competitive rates of pay (increased rate if an NVQ2 in Health and Social Care is held); Free enhanced DBS check*; Free Uniform; Fully comprehensive training and development support from our In house trainer; Bonus for working over Christmas; Career Progression; Staff recognition awards; Rewards App; Health Scheme; Working with a fantastic team of friendly, supportive, like-minded individuals. Whilst experience is preferred, training and support is provided to a very high standard if the applicant demonstrates all the qualities we feel are essential to fulfil this role, such as having a positive and caring attitude. Yorkare Homes is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. * Fee will be recouped should you leave within your probation period. Location: Cottingham Manor. Hours: bank hours.