Job Description

Job Vacancy: Health Care Assistant Nights
Location: Sonya Lodge Care Home, 10 High Road, Wilmington, Dartford DA2 7EG
Contracted hours: 36 Hours per week
Hourly rate of pay: £10 per hour

We are currently on the lookout for a positive and motivated individual to join our growing team as a Health Care Assistant. This important job role requires someone who is deeply passionate about caring for the elderly. Being a valued member of our team, you will need to have a genuine drive to assist those using our services, including our residents, their families and visitors. If this sounds like you, then please read on…

What does the role involve?

Your role will be key to promoting the physical and emotional well-being of our residents in all aspects of their lives. You will be involved in:

• Providing physical and mental stimulation for our residents by taking part in social and recreational activities, on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing.
• Assisting with mealtimes.
• Ensuring residents’ independence, dignity and respect, by delivering the very best person-centred care.
• Helping to maintain accurate records.
• Undertaking regular ongoing training.

What skills do I need?

• Caring, warm-hearted and compassionate nature
• The desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others
• Good written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Adaptability
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

What benefits are included?

• Competitive pay and comprehensive induction programme

• Staff transport/free on-site parking available
• ‘Refer a Friend’ payments of up to £1000
• Recognition schemes, including ‘Employee of the Month’
• Enhanced DBS check which is required for this role