Care Assistant - Days
Oxendon House Care Home
Care Assistant - Days
Salary Not Specified
Oxendon House Care Home, Great Oxendon, Northamptonshire
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 38c3bfa8978f4c20b250ecf6fb7eda7d
Full Job Description
You will join our team of dedicated Care Assistants to provide the highest possible levels of care in supporting and assisting our residents in all aspects of daily living, including providing personal care and support with daily activities such as washing, dressing and eating
You will be responsible for promoting our resident's independence with a focus on choice, dignity and respect, alongside promoting their physical and emotional wellbeing
You will complete all Daily Charts to a high standard, ensuring that 90% and above is achieved during all Monthly Daily Charts Audits
Ensure you are 100% current with all your mandatory training throughout the year
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent people skills
A caring and nurturing attitude
Positive and enthusiastic outlook
Good time management skills
Good written and oral communication skills, Willing to study towards a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification.
A good reason or experience that has drawn them to care.
Live within 20 minutes of the Home
Preferred Requirements
One years' experience of working in a residential or nursing home.
Level 2 Health & Social Care or above.
Employer Oxenden House Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare
Are you looking for a care environment where you can thrive? Are you passionate about finding an employer where great work is both recognised and rewarded? Do you want to make a difference in the care sector?
A little about Jasmine
Jasmine is a privately owned group, which currently operates six care homes for the elderly across the East Midlands, with significant expansion plans in line with our mission:
By prioritising our people, our mission is to provide the highest standards of care to as many elderly residents as possible
Below are a few of the ways that we objectively demonstrate we are achieving our Mission:
- Well over half our team have a relevant Diploma qualification with another fifth currently studying for their first or another relevant Diploma qualification
- We have a 4.8 star rating (out of 5.0) on Indeed as a top employer
- We have Good and Outstanding Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection reports
- We have a 9.7 rating (out of 10.0) on www.carehome.co.uk
- All our homes are full, with long waiting lists, demonstrating the wonderful reputations they all have
Team Members under 21 will be paid at £1.00 per hour less, whilst is significantly above National Minimum Wage guidelines for this age group
As well as constantly being guided by our Mission, Jasmine places a significant amount of emphasis on everyone in our team exemplifying our values, which can be found on our website at www.jasminehealthcare.co.uk. Consequently, our values play an important role in all our recruitment process and ultimate decisions.
A little about Oxenden House
Oxendon House is located in quaint village of Great Oxendon (3 miles to the south of Market Harborough). The home is set around an attractive country house, which has been selectively extended in keeping with its character. This provides the homeliness that Jasmine seeks for its homes, whilst still providing modern living accommodation. The home provides personal and dementia care for 43 residents.
In line with its Mission (see above), Jasmine tries to do everything possible to "prioritise our people", as we fundamentally believe that the happiness of our residents is totally dependent on the engagement and wellbeing of our team. Consequently Jasmine offers the following to those that perform this valuable role:
Salary - We pay top quartile market salaries
Holiday - 28 Days including Bank Holidays
Pay Rise - Performance related pay increases of up to 4% (reviewed every 6 months)
Pension - We encourage everyone to sign-up for our NEST Pension Scheme, which we contribute 3% of salary to
Bonusly Points - These are exchangeable for various vouchers or cash (with all tax paid by jasmine) via PayPal, and are earned by obtaining recognition from your colleagues, good mandatory training, good attendance, and various other ways you contribute positively to the team and our residents' lives
Training - All relevant qualifications are fully funded to help you progress, and we will reward you with a financial reward of up to £500
Refer a friend incentive - Up to £1,000 for referring a suitable team member
Meals - Enjoy low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift - the curry is a must-try!
Short Notice shift incentives
Employee Assistance Programme - Access this 24/7 for free counselling and valuable well-being advice
DBS checks - We pay for this
Uniform - We provide as many uniforms as you require (subject to fair use policy)
Join us for a rewarding career where you're supported, recognised, and appreciated!