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Location: Littlehampton
Salary: From £13.67 to £16.12 per hour
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 36 Hours per week
Salary Details
- New to Care: £13.67 per hour on weekdays, £14.67 on weekends, and £15.67 for overtime (non-medication trained).
- Care Assistant with less than 18 months experience: £13.79 per hour on weekdays, £14.79 on weekends, and £15.79 for overtime (Medication trained).
- Care Assistant with more than 18 months experience: £13.90 per hour on weekdays, £14.90 on weekends, and £15.90 for overtime (Medication trained).
- Care Assistant with NVQ Level Two: £14.02 per hour on weekdays, £15.02 on weekends, and £16.02 for overtime.
- Care Assistant studying or with an NVQ Level Three: £14.12 per hour on weekdays, £15.12 on weekends, and £16.12 for overtime.
The Role
We are a well-regarded residential home based in Littlehampton, currently seeking a reliable and compassionate Day Care Assistant to join our dedicated team.
As a Day Care Assistant, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to the residents, ensuring their individual needs are met with dignity, empathy, and respect. You will play a vital role in promoting a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment throughout the night. The care team is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those they support.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist residents with night-time routines, including preparing for bed and morning wake-up support.
- Provide personal care as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Carry out regular checks on residents throughout the night, responding to any needs promptly.
- Administer appropriate support with continence care, following care plans and protocols.
- Monitor and record any changes in residents' conditions and report to senior staff.
- Respond promptly and efficiently to call bells and resident needs.
- Assist in repositioning residents as needed to prevent discomfort and pressure sores.
- Maintain a calm and reassuring presence, providing emotional support when required.
- Ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and hazard-free throughout the night.
- Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Be aware of and adhere to the Emergency Plan and Fire Procedures.
- Complete all required documentation and handover reports for the day staff.
- Follow care plan updates, system communications, and instructions from senior staff.
- Undertake all mandatory training and any additional training as required for professional development.
- Always uphold residents' confidentiality and the organisation's policies.
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Benefits
- Enhanced rates of pay for working weekends, Bank Holidays, and overtime
- Sick pay benefit scheme
- Paid breaks
- Healthcare benefits
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Home and Electronics Scheme
- Paid DBS checks
- Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
- Uniforms provided
- Performance bonuses
- Paid induction and training time
- On-the-job development
- Support with the Care Certificate
- Supervision and appraisal meetings.
- Qualifications sponsorship and support
- Career pathways
- Pension contributions
- Long service award
- Refer-a-friend scheme
This position is NOT open for transfer or sponsorship.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Oakland Care Group, please do not hesitate.
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