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We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Care Assistant to join our team at Rivermead Residential Home, working with people living with Dementia.
We are a 33 bedded care home in Kempston looking for dedicated carers.
Please note: Although part-time, this role involves working evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
Role Overview
The role of a Care Assistant is to support the physical and emotional needs of residents to enable them to maintain maximum independence in a safe environment.
- Employer: Bedford Borough Council
- Job Title: Care Assistant
- Location: Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, United Kingdom
- Salary: £24,027 – £24,404 per year
- Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent
- Closing Date: 13/07/2025
Day-to-Day Duties Include (but are not limited to):
To assist with the serving of meals and provide individual resident support if needed.
To prepare extra beverages and snacks as necessary.
To support and assist the residents to engage in social activities and engagement.
To participate in resident assessments, write up care plans and be involved in the reviewing process and complete any other relevant documentation.
To assist in keeping accurate legible records in accordance with registration, legal and procedural requirements and to comply with all reporting procedures.
To inform Senior staff of changes to individual residents’ care needs or changes to their physical health. Assist in documenting where appropriate.
To assist residents with appliances and aids e.g. walking equipment, artificial limbs, hearing aids, glasses etc.
To assist residents with personal care and oral hygiene.
How to Apply
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