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Job Specifications

Position title

Care Assistant - Castleman House (PS1000 WELCOME BONUS)

Description

"We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team."

These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Residential Home, Castleman House.

Location: Castleman House, Fairfield Bungalows, Blandford Forum

PS12.86 - PS13.08 per hour
Full-time and part-time contracts available
Fixed work patterns
Regular shift patterns
Alternating weekends required
Refer a friend scheme up to PS300
PS1000 welcome bonus for new colleagues

Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits

Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays) pro rata
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Occupational Sick pay entitlement
Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive induction
Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
Access to Litmos online learning platform - our one stop shop for learning & development
Refer a Friend Bonus - up to PS300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony

About The Role

Each day as a Care Assistant is different. You will assist with all aspects of personal care and support for the people we support within the setting.

Undertake personal care duties as required to the relevant client group which will typically include toileting, washing, feeding and manual handling (including hoisting) and transfer.
Undertake domestic tasks, such as cleaning and laundry
Support the relevant client group in a way that maintains dignity and privacy
Participate in the maintenance of essential record keeping, through brief written recording on individual client records
Comply with Health and Safety requirements in respect of manual handling and transfer hoisting and the use of protective equipment to aid infection control
You would be expected to work within the Gold Standards Framework

About You

Previous experience as a Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided.

A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people's lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

Care Dorset knows that a career in care is not for everyone - but it could be for you. Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for.

Care Assistant JD

Please Note

At this time, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. We appreciate your interest in joining Care Dorset.

Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.

About the Company

Care Dorset provides Adult Social Care from 22 locations across Dorset, plus home-based services. We operate Residential care, Extra Care, Day Services, Reablement and Supported Living. Our 2025 to 2030 Strategy - Your Life, Your Way - commits us to ambitious growth and development targets as we seek to provide more care and support to a wider range of need in Dorset and beyond. Know more