Care Assistant Days - Full-time

Job Introduction

Harrington Care Homes - 'For a better everyday'

About Us

Aston Manor is a modern, purpose-built care home in Aylesbury designed by a family run provider who has many years in operating care homes within the UK.

At Aston Manor Care Home, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and compassionate environment for those in need of support. Our care home offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents can enjoy the highest standard of care, tailored to their individual needs and preferences. We value strong relationships with families and the community, creating a collaborative approach to care that emphasises open communication and trust.

Our team is built on our key values of Simplicity, Quality and Authenticity.

Overview of Job Role

We are seeking a Care Assistant to join us in the exciting journey of our newly opened Aston Manor Care Home. This pivotal role requires an individual who can cater to all aspects of care. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of people skills and an in-depth knowledge to deliver high standards of care provision.

Shift Pattern: 8am to 8pm (4 shifts in week 1 and 3 shifts in week 2)

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recognise that each individual is unique. You must respect each resident’s choice about how their care and support is provided and promote their dignity at all times.
• Carefully listen and observe how each resident prefers their care and support to be delivered on a day-to-day basis to ensure their overall wellbeing.
• Ensure that residents are encouraged and supported to remain as independent and active as possible.
• Provide all aspects of hands-on personal care that include but not restricted to washing, showering and bathing, dressing and grooming, dental hygiene, toileting and continence care, assistance with mobility and transfer, support with eating and drinking and other wellbeing related activities.
• Maintain skills and knowledge and deliver personal care according to the latest guidelines and best practice evidence available.
• Ensure to follow the planned delivery of care and any relevant changes identified in the care plan are adhered to.
• Ensure accident/incident reports are written clearly and concisely and that any remedial action or learning is incorporated into care delivery.
• Be knowledgeable about Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults policies and procedures and report any untoward events in accordance with the Home and Local Authority requirements.
• Ensure that all care equipment is maintained in a safe, clean and fully functional state and you are trained to use them.  Report any equipment failures or damage to the Home Manager.
• Act as a point of contact (keyworker) between the residents and their families to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere within the care home. 
• Ensure that areas of identified risk are appropriately monitored, and outcomes recorded and acted upon.  For example, fluid and nutrition charts and turning regimes etc.
• Ensure effective and clearly documented handover systems are maintained to facilitate the effective transfer of information between staff and shifts.
• Assist in developing care plans related to the assessed needs and choices of individual residents.
• Act as a professional role model to peer groups.
• Carry out any duties reasonably required to ensure the smooth operation of Aston Manor.

General

• Follow and comply with all organisation’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all mandatory training courses.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as arranged by the Home Management.
• It is the responsibility of every member of staff to ensure compliance with health and safety at work legislation. 
• It is the responsibility of every member of staff to protect themselves and others against an infection risk. All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems with regard to this to the manager. 
• Work flexibly as rostered to ensure that safe staffing levels are maintained at all times.

 SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrable track record in a care role within care homes or domiciliary care environment is preferred.
• Qualification in Adult Care Worker (Level 2) is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a people first approach.
• Good proficiency in the use of IT systems.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and take ownership of this role with confidence and discretion.
• Possess strong planning and organisational skills.

If you are passionate about delivering an excellent person-centred and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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*** We do not provide sponsorship for this role***

This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to undertake duties in other areas relating to the operations of the Home. This job description may be revised periodically to reflect changes in the regulations and requirements of the Home.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. 

Harrington Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

https://harringtoncarehomes.com/