Care Assistant

Recruiter
Anonymous
Location
Bath
Salary
Competitive
Posted
17 Sep 2017
Closes
15 Oct 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary will be disclosed at interview.

We are looking to hire two care assistants to cover nights only - full-time.

brighterkind is a dynamic care home group that is delivering a new approach to care, putting residents' happiness and health at the heart of our philosophy. Currently a standalone business within the Four Seasons Group, brighterkind has aspirations to develop independently into one of the leading care home providers in the UK.

This role presents a unique opportunity to join a caring, fun and forward thinking business which is currently in its early stages of development.

brighterkind operates in excess of 70 care homes throughout England, Scotland and the Channel Islands and employs more than 4,000 people. We are already the 5th largest provider in the UK with aspirations to develop further over the next three years.

brighterkind is focused on becoming the brand of choice within the care sector. Our aspiration is that in time brighterkind becomes a byword for unrivalled levels of personal and nursing care, offering outstanding recreation and activities, and delivering a high quality food and dining experience to all our residents. Put simply, our aim is to establish ourselves as the best known and most highly respected operator in the care sector.

We are investing heavily in our estate as part of a comprehensive re branding and refurbishment strategy. GBP25m has been earmarked to refurbish our homes and turn them into contemporary and comfortable places to live and work; GBP12m of this capital has already been invested. We are also investing heavily in professional development and have created a number of industry leading training programmes to help our managers and leaders to be the best that they can be.

We aspire to provide our employees with a truly rewarding opportunity to proactively shape the company culture and influence the development of the business. This really is an exciting time to join us. We offer a challenging and rewarding environment for proactive and innovative individuals to flourish and develop.

We are looking for professional, creative and energetic candidates to join our friendly and

passionate team all working towards the same goals - to help those we care for, love every

day

Responsible for:

Championing independence and personal choice whilst developing care plans to meet our residents changing physical, social and psychological needs whilst building on the positive reputation of the Home.

Personal Requirements

An energetic, committed yet approachable team member, the person who fulfils this role will add real value by not only by being an inspiring leader who can motivate their teams through their obvious passion and commitment to both residents, families and staff alike, but will have the ability to multi-task in a high pressure environment with care and compassion. Their talent and ability will be a reflection of the brighterkind culture and values and will help showcase the best of our organisation.

To succeed you will be:

-?? A team player - brighterkind is a low 'ego' organisation;

-?? Strong communicator and influencer;

-?? Energetic and hard-working;

-?? Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference in everything that they do.

A sense of humour and positive outlook on life - Glass half full rather than half empty is key