Domiciliary Care Assistant

Job details

Pay

• £12.45 an hour

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Job type

• Part-time

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• Full-time

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Shift and schedule

• 12-hour shift

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Location

Coral Springs Way, Witney OX28

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

• Company pension

• Employee discount

• Private medical insurance

• Sick pay

Full job description

Domiciliary Care Assistant

Job Title: Domiciliary Care Assistant

Location: Richmond Village Witney, Coral Springs Way, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5DG

Salary range: £12.45

Contract: Permanent contract part-time/full-time hours available.

Shift Pattern: 7am - 1pm or 1pm - 7pm (6hrs shift)

7am - 7pm (12 hr shift)

We consider all types of flexibility, including hours and working patterns

WAt Bupa, we provide assistance to individuals during their times of greatest need. Richmond Villages are the ones who provide retirement villages. They provide care that focuses on the individual, promotes independence, and respects preferences in order to enhance the quality of life for our residents.

In your role as a Domiciliary Care Assistant, you will assist residents in maximizing their quality of life, and in exchange, we will help you advance in your career. We are currently seeking Assistants at various levels to offer a combination of domiciliary, residential, nursing, and dementia care as needed.

You can expect a comprehensive orientation at the beginning to help you adjust to your new position, as well as continuous training and development opportunities, which may include access to apprenticeship programs.

This encompasses entry to our online portal that offers a range of resources for personal growth and free admission to LinkedIn's online learning platforms making health happen

Domiciliary Care Assistant

You’ll help us make health happen by:

Although each day will differ in this position, we will adjust to the preferences of our residents throughout the community. You will probably be responsible for a range of tasks in both our apartments and care home on our premises, including:

• Supporting individuals with tasks related to personal hygiene, grooming, and maintaining continence while residing in their homes within the community. By upholding top-notch care standards, you will advocate for the dignity and independence of all residents.

• Assisting during meal times as needed; providing meals in their living quarters or in the care facility. This could include assisting them with walking, moving them in a wheelchair, or utilizing a hoist.

• Assisting in enhancing the mental and physical engagement of inhabitants by encouraging participation in hobbies, interests, or activities within the community.

• Responding to emergency notifications triggered by the care alert system.

• Collaborating with the Domiciliary Care Manager and other external professionals like GPs, Chiropodists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists as needed.

• Administrative responsibilities: ensuring precise record-keeping - consistently maintaining comprehensive documentation to display provided care, activities, and any health alterations.

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Having previous experience in a care/dementia environment or holding a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) would be beneficial. Nevertheless, full training will be given regardless of prior qualifications. Most importantly, you will have a strong passion for taking care of others, honoring their decisions, and prioritizing their safety and well-being. Confidently conversing with residents and their families, you possess excellent listening skills and a positive attitude, recognizing the importance of maintaining confidentiality in our work. Always prepared to set a good example and assist the rest of the team, you will provide care with respect and empathy while striving to bring joy to our residents daily.

Benefits

Our benefits aim to promote good health for our employees. Viva encompasses all facets of our health, including mental, physical, financial, social, and environmental well-being, as part of our global well-being program. We promote flexible work arrangements and offer various family-friendly perks.

By taking on this position at Bupa, you will enjoy the following perks and additional advantages:

• Accessing healthcare has been simplified with my healthcare services, offering support, advice, and treatment for various health issues such as remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support all through one phone number at any time of day.

• Yearly budget that can be used towards a selection of Bupa health products totaling around £350.

• We provide our frontline teams with a sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay to offer reassurance and financial support during extended absences.

• Complimentary meals are provided with each work period.

• Vacation - 20 days plus Public Holidays

• Service Reward - At Bupa, we give ecards, additional holidays, and cash for each achievement.

• An annual travel loan without interest is offered for purchasing annual public transport season tickets.

• Wagestream allows you to access up to 40% of your wages before payday in just minutes.

• Explore the various Bupa retirement plans available on our career website for more information.

• Parental Leave - Discover more about our programs for adoptive parents, biological parents, and co-parents by visiting our career website.

• Menopause Plan - Tailored to empower women to consult, select their treatment, and manage their health effectively.

• Entry to reduced rates at a vast range of gyms and fitness centers throughout the UK.

Domiciliary Care Assistant

Why Bupa?

We are a company that offers health insurance and healthcare services. Having no investors, we prioritize our customers. All of our staff are motivated by a single goal: to assist individuals in leading longer, healthier, happier lives and creating a more positive global community. We promote health through courage, compassion, and accountability in all of our actions.

We promote individuality among our employees at Bupa, supporting diversity and acknowledging the significance of our staff reflecting the communities and customers we cater to. This is why we specifically welcome applications from individuals with various backgrounds and experiences.

Bupa is certified as a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This implies that we strive to provide an interview/assessment to every disabled candidate who meets the basic requirements for the position. We will ensure that you are treated fairly and provide reasonable accommodations during our hiring process for anyone who requires them.

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