Day Care Assistant

Pay: £13.30 per hour

Job Description:

Be part of something special at The Bridge Care Home, Dartford's new luxury care community. We're seeking compassionate, experienced Care Assistants who want to grow their careers in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN UK

What's in it for you?

• Health insurance cover
• Mental Health insurance cover
• Company events
• Company pension
• wellbeing programme
• Free uniform
• Free Meals whilst on duty
• Referral programme

Our work environment includes:

• Modern setting
• Food provided
• Wellness programmes
• Growth opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment
• Lively atmosphere

• Key Responsibilities

• To provide the highest level of personal care (toileting, washing, bathing etc.) and attention to Residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To act as a key worker for a named group of Residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full.

• To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, to maintain a safe environment throughout the Home.

• To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each Resident and

administer medication to Residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both.

• To liaise with other care professionals relating to the care needs of the Residents.

• To always be alert to Residents - physical and mental well being, immediately reporting any accidents or changes in a Resident's condition to a senior person on duty, and to accurately maintain and update Residents' records as required.

• To respect and maintain confidentiality of Resident's personal information at all times, this includes resident's behaviour and actions and any incidents that may occur in the course of day to day care.

• Be understanding and patient towards residents and their needs, and encourage, assist and support Residents to participate in leisure activities

as appropriate to the individual, ensuring their social and emotional needs are met. This also includes escorting Residents to outside appointments and leisure outings.

• Responsible for making and changing beds, tidying Resident's room, undertaking light cleaning duties as

needed, ensure any maintenance work is reported and generally assisting in ensuring that the home

Home is kept clean, pleasant and welcoming at all times.

• Helping to serve meals and drinks at meal times and other times when required, taking care to present meals and refreshments in an attractive way, with polite and courteous service. Also, to provide the appropriate level of support and help for Residents who need assistance with feeding and dressing.

• To be an active and supportive member of the Care team, contributing to team meetings, training and development, ensuring good communication ensuring that

The home is a friendly and supportive working environment.

• All concerns regarding possible abuse of vulnerable adult must be

reported immediately, to the person in charge, who will report to

the board of directors.

• Mandatory training is up to date.
• Personal accountability for own training and development needs.
• Person Specification
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• A warm and friendly disposition.
• Good communication skills, able to put others at ease.
• A strong team worker.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Willingness to develop new skills.

At least 2 years experience in this role preferred, in a residential care home for older people.

About us

The Bridge Care Home in Dartford is a new state-of-the-art, purpose-built luxury care home opened in January 2024. We believe everyone deserves a touch of luxury and are dedicated to making every resident's stay truly special. Our vision is to redefine luxury care through personalised wellbeing, expert dementia support, innovative technology, and an exceptional team of carers. We offer an all-inclusive care package — from accommodation and meals to tailored care and engaging activities — giving residents peace of mind and a richer quality of life. At The Bridge, luxury living means comfort, joy, and holistic wellbeing every day.

Job Summary

Shifts 08:00hrs – 20:00hrs 4 days on week 1 and 3 days on week 2, this averages out to 42.87 hrs a week, we pay a rate of £13.30 per hour.

4 days week 1 & 3 days week 2 to include every other weekend

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.30 per hour

Expected hours: 42 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person