Care Assistant - Four Rivers Nursing Home inLudlow inLudlow PUBLISHED MON 3 FEB 2025

£17,420 per year

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Make a meaningful impact on residents' daily lives through personal care and support.
Work in a permanent, full-time position providing stability and consistent income.
Be part of a supportive team that values individual contributions and team spirit.
Engage in fulfilling tasks that promote the well-being and comfort of elderly residents.
Opportunity to assist in therapies and contribute to residents' health improvements.
Work in a caring environment where the needs of individuals are prioritized.
Regular hours that can facilitate a good work-life balance.
The role of Care Assistant at Four Rivers Nursing Home in Ludlow involves providing essential support to residents with their daily activities, including personal care, mobility, and nutrition. Candidates will play a significant role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals, ensuring their needs are met and assisting with therapeutic activities. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary of £17,420 per year, with a working schedule of 26 hours per week.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online, where they should outline their qualifications and suitability for the position as detailed in the job description. Additionally, a DBS check is required for this role, and candidates can contact the nursing home at 01584 813500 for further inquiries or discussions about the position and the team. The application deadline is set for February 9, 2025.
Make a meaningful impact on residents' daily lives through personal care and support.
Work in a permanent, full-time position providing stability and consistent income.
Be part of a supportive team that values individual contributions and team spirit.
Engage in fulfilling tasks that promote the well-being and comfort of elderly residents.
Opportunity to assist in therapies and contribute to residents' health improvements.
Work in a caring environment where the needs of individuals are prioritized.
Regular hours that can facilitate a good work-life balance.

Useful skills for a Care Assistant - Four Rivers Nursing Home:
To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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