Care Assistant - St Albans - ref. z48026415
About the Company
Lyndon Residential Home, situated in Sandridge village just outside St Albans, provides residential care for elderly people. Originally built as a Victorian vicarage, the house has been extended and modernised to provide en-suite rooms throughout its accommodation which is situated over two floors and made accessible by passenger lifts.
Lyndon Home is set in its own extensive grounds which have mature planting, flower beds and a lawn. Pathways have been furnished with plenty of seating and lead to the rose arbour, orchard and fountain.
Indoors there are several lounges offering a selection of venues for communal or private use. Served in a bright dining room, residents receive balanced meals with any special diets catered for from a choice of menu.
Lyndon offers spiritual as well as practical care. Short services are held each morning, led by different church members. The staff team includes Salvation Army chaplains who are available to support residents, family members and friends irrespective of religious beliefs.
A full program of activities is arranged within the home and residents are encouraged to continue their interests both within and outside the home. Excursions and special events are arranged, often with the help of volunteer Friends of Lyndon.
Why should I apply for this Care Assistant job?
Lyndon has an informal and friendly atmosphere providing a homely environment supported by many long standing members of staff.
Starting pay for care assistant is £11.25 per hour which increases after a year. Besides, we also have the following benefits:
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Travel Loan
- Reliance Bank (Discount on Mortgages, Cashback on Valuations)
- Long Service Recognition
- The Simplyhealth Cash Plan
- Care Professional Academy benefits package
What does this Care Assistant job involve?
Hours of Work: Minimum 35 Hours per week - Shifts: 06:45 - 14:15 / 13:45 - 21:15- Help each resident enjoy the highest possible quality of life, surrounded by love, friendship and support within a Christian environment.
- Help to deliver excellent person-centred care (including, personal care, assisting with meal times, etc...)
- Keeping our residents safe and happy.
Am I the right person for this Care Assistant job?
Must have 1-2 years experience in working in adult social care as well as sufficient numeracy and literacy skills to complete Care Plans accurately and clearly.
Must be prepared to work flexibly in order to achieve the objectives of the role.
Must be able to demonstrate commitment to:- Providing person centred care.
- Promoting independence.
- Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
- Must be able to establish and maintain constructive relationships with a wide range of people.
- Must have good people skills