Care Assistant

Care Assistant - Jamie Cann House, Ipswich

Salary: £12.83 per hour

(FTE £25,342.44 per annum)

Hours: Various hours available

Shifts:

07:00am-12:00pm, 07:00-14:30pm, 14:30-22:00pm

Ref: JCH056

Bring your positive energy to a role where every day makes a difference.

As an Orwell Care Assistant at Jamie Cann House, you'll help customers live independently and safely in the comfort of their own homes.

Every day brings something new, and we'll make sure you have the training and development you need to grow.

About Jamie Cann House:

Jamie Cann House is based in the Ravenswood area of Ipswich, offering a range of local amenities nearby, including supermarkets, shops, cafés, and community facilities.

The scheme is well served by regular bus services, providing easy connections to Ipswich town centre and surrounding areas. For those who drive, onsite staff parking is available.

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Key responsibilities:

• Providing day to day support with personal care, mobility, social engagement, eating & drinking, and medication.
• Building positive relationships and offering empathetic emotional support when required.
• Communicating clearly, listening attentively, and observing carefully to ensure care plans are accurately recorded and maintained.
• Supporting individuals with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, and end of life care.
• Maintaining a strong awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and responding appropriately to any concerns.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to develop and deliver person centered care plans that reflect each individual's goals and preferences.

More benefits of joining :

In addition to joining Orwell for our strong values and commitment to person centred support, you'll also enjoy a range of benefits designed to help you feel valued, supported, and able to succeed in your role:

• 22 days annual leave pro rata (Please note that bank holiday work may be required as part of this role)
• Reward and recognition awards.
• Free DBS checks.
• Cashback Health plan.
• Access to Blue Light Card - membership fees apply.
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.
• Wellbeing programme.

Person Specification

Care Certificate is desirable.QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent, is desirable.Full driving licence is desirable.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Before applying

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

The definition of new arrival is an applicant who has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years and this includes citizens of the UK who have worked or lived overseas for a continuous period of six months or more.

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