Health Care Assistant – DAY SHIFT

Employer:Chesford Grange Care Home

Position:Health Care Assistant 

Salary:£12.82-£13.35 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part time

Work location:Stoke-on-Trent, England

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Health Care Assistant

Chesford Grange Care Home is a 74-bedded home situated in the Heart of Stoke-On-Trent, located in Bentilee. Our service includes the provision of care for a wide range of residents with varied needs from residential, nursing, palliative, respite, and dementia care.

We are seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to provide high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. This frontline role involves assisting with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence, and working closely with residents, their families, and the wider care team to ensure comfort, safety, and well-being in a warm and supportive environment.

The role as Health Care Assistant will include, but not be limited to:

• Provide personal care and support to residents using a person-centered approach, always working under the direction and supervision of senior staff to ensure each individual’s needs are met with dignity and respect.
• Assist residents with a range of personal care tasks including getting up in the morning and going to bed at night, washing, bathing, showering, dressing, undressing, and general grooming such as caring for their skin, teeth, hair, and nails.
• Support residents in managing their toileting and continence needs, ensuring high standards of personal hygiene are maintained at all times.
• Help meet the nutritional needs of residents, being mindful of individual dietary preferences and cultural requirements during mealtimes and daily routines.
• Operate manual handling equipment safely and correctly, following proper techniques to prevent injury and support resident mobility with care.
• Support residents in staying connected with family and friends and accompany them on outings and trips into the community when needed, helping to promote inclusion and social engagement.
• Take on the responsibility of acting as a Key Worker for a designated resident, offering consistent support and advocacy tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with adults in nursing, dementia or residential care settings
• Strong knowledge of care plans and experience maintaining accurate care documentation
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with legible handwriting
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with care-related digital systems
• Compassionate, empathetic, and person-centred approach to care
• Good understanding of current care practices and industry standards

Please note: This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

• A competitive rate of pay
• Bank Holiday Enhancements – Christmas Day (double time), Boxing Day and New Years Day (time & a half)
• Overtime Enhancement
• Uniform provided
• Blue Light Card (paid) – over 13,000 discounts, from everyday essentials, holidays, to homeware, fashion & more
• Paid Training – Blended approach including eLearning & Face to Face – upskilling with impactful learning experiences
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications – Apprenticeships
• A rewarding career with opportunities to progress within the company
• DBS – After 3 years DBS renewal is paid by company
• Discounted meals available
• Free on-Site Parking

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Care home: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English and have a good command of the English language? (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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