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Care Assistant

Employer
Worcestershire County Council
Location
Malvern, Worcestershire
Salary
£18,562 - £18,933 PRO RATA (£9.62 per hour)
Closing date
31 May 2021
Reference
CareAssistantHowbury

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Sector
Local Councils
Job Type
Social care
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Flexible hours
Hours
Part-Time

Job Details

Care Assistant

 

Salary: £18,562 - £18,933 pro rata

(£9.62 per hour)

Howbury House is 32 bed residential home for people who need care and support and are living with dementia. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission. We are increasing our staffing levels on a permanent basis and have various care assistants posts available. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring people to join our team to enhance the lives of our residents.

The successful applicant must have the ability to listen and communicate orally and in writing. The ability to work as part of a team but also be able to work on own initiative, be caring, compassionate and motivated. An understanding of the rights and needs of older people and the ability to treat people with dignity and respect and as individuals.

We are an established team of dedicated staff and are very proud of the work we do and are looking for caring people to share our commitment to provide the best care for our residents and share our passion and vision for the service we provide.

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people who live at Howbury?

We have the following care assistant posts:

X1 = 21.75 hrs per week

X1 = 23.25 hrs per week

X2 = 20.25 hrs per week

X1 = 23.25 hrs per week

X1 = 27.75 hrs per week

X3 = 26.25 hrs per week

X1 = 24 hrs per week

X1 = 24.75hrs per week

X1 = 19.5hrs per week

All vacancies are based on a three-week rota basis including weekends and bank holiday working which are paid at an enhanced rate.

Howbury House also provides an excellent induction and training package to include the Care Certificate and different levels of apprenticeships. You will receive regular supervision and support. 

In return, we expect you to be reliable and committed to the aims of the team.

Informal enquiries can be made to Jackie Creese (Registered Manager) or the senior on duty at Howbury House on 01684 571750 (option 1)

TO APPLY PLEASE COMPLETE THE ATTACHED APPLICATION FORM AND EMAIL TO Socialworkopps@worcestershire.gov.uk

Closing date:  Rolling advert, but applications will be view fortnightly.  

Interview date:  TBC

Company

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

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While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you.  Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

Notes for applicants

When you click 'apply', you will be re-directed to Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

To submit your application, you will need to login to our site (this is a separate login to WM Jobs).

First time applicants will be asked to create a new account.  Please note, you are only able to view the Job Description and Person Specification on the WM Jobs board not via Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know. 

Contact details: recruitment@worcestershire.gov.uk

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Website
Telephone
01905 846666
Location
Worcestershire County Council
County Hall
Spetchley Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR5 2NP
United Kingdom

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