Job description

Care Staff Days & Nights!Hourly Rate £ 9.60
£500 joining bonus when full time post is taken
St Philips Care has a group of homes in the area, and we are looking to expand our Bank Staffing teams.
Location: Ridgeway Care Centre LN1 1PB
St Philips Care provides a stable and supportive work environment. We are an award-winning group providing the very best care to our residents. We are looking for bank staff that have a flexible approach to working hours by providing short term cover for annual leave - sickness - and additional staffing. You will be a valued member of staff - we will provide you with the same benefits as substantive staff - progression training for those who wish to further their career to management level.
The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature and kind.
Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued. Fully paid training will be provided for the right applicant.
Staff bank working will suit you if:

• You are looking for more flexible working to help you achieve a better work/life balance
• You wish to work in an area where there are no current permanent roles
• You want to earn extra money
• You want to work for us without committing to a permanent role
• You are returning to work after a career break or wishing to continue to work post retirement.

The benefits of working for the staff bank include:

• Choice of bank shifts you can cover
• Flexible work opportunities to suit you
• To be treated as an internal applicant when applying for permanent roles
• Paid annual leave pro-rata to hours worked
• Competitive rates of pay
• A starting point for those who need to gain experience in different work areas
• Students can work through holiday periods
• A challenging worthwhile role giving you the opportunity to balance work with other interests and commitments
• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications 'learn while you earn!'
• 4-weekly pay periods
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• E - Learning incentive scheme
• Paid holiday
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life
• Rewards scheme for all staff
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00
• To be part of the St Philip's Care family across the UK
• The chance to change lives

As a Care Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Understanding and providing the requirements for 'normal' health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients' needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents' condition
• Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement

As a Care Assistant it would be desirable to have,

• Previous experience of care work in a Hospital, Care or Nursing Home.
• A Passion for Care of the Elderly
• NVQ 2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £9.60 per hour

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