Edendale Lodge is looking to add a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant to our exceptional team. The role of a Care Assistant involves making a positive impact on the lives of individuals by offering support tailored to their unique needs. This exciting position involves empowering others to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accompanying individuals to appointments and community activities, such as classes, hobbies, or outings with friends.
- Encouraging and promoting independence among the individuals we care for.
- Administering medication as needed and keeping accurate records of administration.
- Offering nutritional support, including meal preparation.
- Performing household duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
- Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, oral care, and toileting.
- Assisting with mobility needs using aids like hoists and standing aids as necessary.
- Providing companionship to enhance the emotional well-being of individuals.
- Safeguarding individuals and ensuring a high standard of well-being is maintained.
Candidate Requirements:
- Commitment to the core values of care: dignity and respect.
- Passion for providing support and improving the quality of life of others.
- Willingness to undergo training and development to continually improve service.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rates of pay.
- Flexible working hours to fit around your personal commitments.
- Generous annual leave.
- Comprehensive training and continual support.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Opportunities for career progression within the organisation.
Please note: An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required upon a conditional offer of employment.
At Edendale Lodge, we believe in delivering person-centred care that respects the dignity and individuality of each person we support. If you are a compassionate individual who wants to make a real difference in someone's life, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our caring team.
