Care Assistant

Bloom are delighted to be working in partnership with a growing provider of Adult Care Services and currently have permanent opportunities available for experienced Care Assistants to join a fantastic team at a new luxury facility based in Welwyn Garden City.

As Care Assistant with our client, you will be supporting groups of vulnerable adults living in residential accommodation with elderly care needs, dementia care needs or nursing care needs. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing their general wellbeing on a daily basis through assisting them with all aspects of care.

Care Assistant duties will include:

• Assisting with all aspects of personal care as required for each individual
• Assisting with mobility in line with moving and handling risk assessments
• Working towards individual resident’s care plans understanding their needs
• Promoting independence with dignity and respect
• Participating in daily activities encouraging residents to join in enhancing their social wellbeing
• Providing personal care as needed.
• Providing mobility assistance as needed.
• Accurately recording data.
• Following instructions from management.
• Provide support and comfort to clients in your care.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations.

We are looking for candidates with the following:

• Previous experience of working in a care home environment in the UK for 6 months minimum
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with a kind and caring nature.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Flexible approach to working hours – this is a 24/7 home to include long day shifts, night shifts and alternate weekend working

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Blue Light Card for shopping discounts in a variety of high street and online stores
• Excellent training and induction programmes
• Funded NVQ qualification opportunities to progress your career
• Hot meals and drinks provided whilst on shift for free
• Access to staff wellbeing programmes

This really is a wonderful opportunity to join a vibrant and buzzing new home in the Welwyn community with flexible contracts available for candidates seeking part-time or full-time roles…

All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and professional referencing as is required for regulated activity.

Please note our client are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

To take the next step in your career, apply today or give us a call on 01480 589983 to discuss further!