Care Assistant - Ringwood, United Kingdom - Hampshire County Council

Hampshire County Council
Hampshire County Council
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Ringwood, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Bickerley Green in Ringwood is a CQC rated Good nursing and residential home situated within the New Forest, just a five-minute walk from Ringwood town centre.

About the role:

As a Care Assistant, you'll provide varied and rewarding care to residents. You'll support their daily living, promote dignity and independence, and ensure needs are recorded.


Hampshire County Council is the largest care provider in Hampshire, offering rewarding career choices in a friendly and supportive environment.


Key responsibilities:


  • Provide personal care to residents, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Help residents with their daily activities, such as eating, toileting, and taking medication.
  • Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns to senior staff.
  • Create a safe and comfortable environment for residents.
  • Provide emotional support to residents and their families.
  • Promote residents' independence and dignity.
  • Adhere to corporate and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications and experience:

You'll be well supported with training and progression opportunities, even if you're new to care.

Ideally, you'll have an NVQ2 in Social Care and some experience with dementia although these are not essential as full training will be given.


  • Understand the needs of older people.
  • Be inclusive and respectful of diversity.
  • Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and relatives.
  • Be able to write clear and concise records and care plans.
  • Be able to use your own initiative and work independently.
  • Be flexible and able to work different shifts.
  • Be resilient and able to work under pressure.
  • Be able to promote a healthy and safe working environment.

Benefits:


  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Sunday enhancement at time and a half.
  • Bank holiday enhancements at double time plus time off in lieu.
  • Uniform provided.
  • DBS check costs covered by Hampshire County Council.
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • A minimum 24 days annual leave entitlement.
  • Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Chance to make a real difference to the lives of the residents.
We care about our residents. If you can show empathy, understanding, and a similar approach, we want to hear from you.


Full COVID-19 vaccination status is no longer required as a condition of employment, but being fully vaccinated is strongly encouraged.


Vetting Requirements:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.


In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group.

All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs.

No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.


We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.


Job Type:
Permanent


Salary:
£21,190.00-£22,215.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Free flu jabs
  • Free parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Flexitime
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • Weekend availability

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
HCC607638
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