Care Assistant Job Description - Elizabeth Finn Homes
Location: Virginia Water, Surrey, United Kingdom
Salary: £13.52 to £14.27 per hour
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Elizabeth Finn Homes
At Elizabeth Finn Homes, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care that makes a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Located in the beautiful Surrey countryside, our homes foster a supportive and respectful environment where every team member plays a vital role in our success.
Role Overview
We are seeking a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to join our friendly team. This is a pivotal role in delivering outstanding care and support to our residents, ensuring their wellbeing, dignity, and comfort at all times.
This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.52 to £14.27, reflecting the skills and commitment required.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personalised, compassionate care to residents in accordance with their care plans and preferences.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal support.
- Monitor and report changes in residents’ physical and mental health to the nursing team promptly.
- Support residents to maintain social and recreational activities, encouraging independence and wellbeing.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and families to deliver holistic care.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with organisational and regulatory standards.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in a care assistant or similar role within health, nursing, or social care is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
- Compassionate nature with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills to complete care records accurately.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and obtain care qualifications such as the Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of £13.52 to £14.27 per hour.
- Full-time, permanent contract offering job security and career progression.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training programmes.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong team spirit.
- Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within Elizabeth Finn Homes.
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives and want to be part of a caring team, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role via our careers page or the advertised job board.
Safeguarding:
In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment, Elizabeth Finn Homes implements a range of procedures and actions, including Police/Enhanced DBS Checks to ensure our employees, residents and everyone is safeguarded, and abuse is prevented.
This is in line with our company values, which are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.
Criminal record checks:
As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with a barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Elizabeth Finn strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves, and everyone accepts each other’s differences.
Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts, nurtures and retains the best people.
