Care Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Job Title:
Carer
Reports to:
Senior Carer/Nurse
Job Overview:
(Note: In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required)
l To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Senior Carer/Nurse
l To support and enable Residents to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to each individual
l To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge
Location:
Green Gables Care Ltd T/A Green Gables, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.
Working Hours:
varying shift patterns as agreed with the manager.
Role Specific Duties:
l Ensure Residents are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing
l To contribute to the efficient running of the service
l Support Residents to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community
l Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support Residents are followed
l Be responsible for informing the Senior Carer/Nurse of any changes in the needs of Residents
l Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support
Working with Others:
l Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Green Gables Care Ltd T/A Green Gables
l Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Residents
l If desired by the Resident, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life
Leading by Example:
l Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
l Be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service
l Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
Personal Responsibilities:
l Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards
l Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements
l Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role
l Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
l Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role
l Be open to learning opportunities
Specific Requirement for Skills
Proficient Written Skills
l Maintain all Care Plans/care records in accordance with Green Gables Care Ltd T/A Green Gables policy
Leadership Skills
l Ability to induct and orientate new employees to the job role and service
l Provide Residents with support/assistance as they accomplish daily tasks, including bathing, eating, dressing, grooming and using the bathroom
l Communicate any problems, concerns or changes to Residents’ family members as needed
Communication Skills
l Carers must build rapport with Residents by establishing personal connections and showing interest in their lives
l Carers must be able to communicate effectively with Residents
l Carers must have the communication skills to inform colleagues, management and professionals about the needs of Residents
Problem-Solving Skills
l Carers need to be able to adapt and address situations quickly
l Plan, develop, implement and assess approaches to promote health and well-being, whilst recognising and reporting situations where there might be a need for protection
Area
Specific Requirement
Working Together
l Involve Residents, family, external agencies & colleagues
l Speak up when things go wrong
Respect and Dignity
l Understand person-centred care and can demonstrate treating people as individuals and respecting choices
l Promoting independence and encouraging appropriate risk taking
Everybody Counts
l Ensuring no one is discriminated against or excluded
l Understand human rights and impact on care delivery
l Facilitating people to ‘speak up’ about concerns and acting upon them
Commitment to Quality of Care
l Striving for quality in everything we do recognising and understanding what quality in care means for people using the services
l Being accepting about criticism and focusing on improvement
l Being open to new opportunities for learning and identifying the limits of skills and knowledge
Compassion
l Treating people with kindness
l Understanding the importance of empathy in all areas of employment
l Understanding the values of others and always providing a caring service
Improving Lives
l Focus on how things could be done better and sharing ideas
l Understanding of wellbeing and what is important to people using the service
l Improving outcomes for people
l Ensuring appropriate services are provided for people using the services
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-36 per week
Salary: £10.50-£11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks to be worn at all times
LFD test completed twice weekly
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Margate, CT9 2NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: GG days
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Care Assistant roles across Green Gables's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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