Care Assistant
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
About this job
<p>Kallar Lodge, owned by the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, is a distinguished residential care home renowned for its relaxing and friendly atmosphere, ensuring our residents feel as comfortable and at home as possible. We specialise in providing exceptional care and support to adults over the age of 65, particularly those living with Dementia.</p> <p>Our facility boasts 43 spacious bedrooms across three floors, each equipped with an en-suite facility. Our large communal areas, including lounges, dining rooms, and the picturesque Lake Room, offer residents the opportunity to enjoy afternoon teas, engaging activities, and stunning views over the lake. Kallar Lodge is surrounded by beautiful gardens and features two internal courtyard areas, including a Bird Aviary.</p> <p>We are currently seeking a number of dedicated care staff to join our team. In this role, you will provide the highest standards of care to our residents and support the ongoing development of our services. You will play a crucial role in providing residential and end-of-life care to individuals who can no longer remain at home in the community.</p> <p>Your responsibilities will include supporting residents in their daily activities, encouraging participation in social events, and delivering care and companionship at its finest. Additionally, you will follow personalised care plans, assist with personal hygiene, nutritional intake, and offer social and emotional support.</p>
Special requirements for this post
<p>This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Adult DBS check.</p> <p>The council is not offering sponsorship for this vacancy. Therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK.</p>
About you
<p>As a Care Assistant at Kallar Lodge, you will play a vital role in helping older adults maintain their independence and exercise choice and control by delivering personalised care and support tailored to each resident's unique needs. We are seeking individuals with a genuine caring attitude, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Provide individualised care and support to residents.</li> <li>Promote independence and choice for older adults.</li> <li>Work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high standards of care.</li> <li>Exhibit compassion, effective communication skills, and a drive for excellence.</li> </ul> <p>What We Are Looking For:</p> <ul> <li>Flexibility and a strong work ethic.</li> <li>Effective communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li> <li>Compassion and a commitment to providing high-quality care.</li> <li>While some experience in caring for older people is desirable, formal care experience is not necessary as full training and support will be provided.</li> <li>Alignment with our values as detailed in the person specification of the job description.</li> </ul> <p>What We Offer:</p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive training and support.</li> <li>A supportive and collaborative work environment.</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development.</li> </ul>
About us
<p><strong>Barking & Dagenham is changing. It Starts Here.</strong></p> <p>Think you know Barking and Dagenham? Think again. While this small corner of east London might have a reputation for needing development, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll find active communities and a place that consistently punches above its weight. The borough is changing – and changing for the better. And It Starts Here.</p> <p>Yes, the borough has its challenges. But it’s on the cusp of something exciting. With one of the youngest populations in the country, ambitions are high and rightly so. 98% of our schools are rated Good or Outstanding and every year more of our talented teenagers get into Russell Group Universities and hotly sought after apprenticeship schemes.</p> <p>We have award winning parks, centuries old manor houses full of relics and artifacts you can go and see, and the ruins of one of Anglo-Saxon England's most powerful and wealthiest religious sites. We’re even bringing beavers and white storks to the borough to help rewild the local landscape and boost biodiversity.</p> <p>Over the past few years, we’ve been working hard to improve how we deliver services and support our community. From tackling inequality to making sure our services are the best they can be, we’re focused on what matters most to local people. </p> <p>We’re creating the conditions for people to thrive - so everyone can enjoy a good quality of life, feel proud to call this place home, and be part of something bigger. </p> <p>#ItStartsHere - with our streets, our schools, our neighbourhoods. And with your application to join our determined team who are passionate about doing what’s best for the future of Barking and Dagenham. </p> <p>As an Investors in People Gold Award employer, we’re serious about supporting our staff. From flexible working, professional training and career development to wellbeing initiatives, we want our people to feel valued and supported in everything they do.</p> <p>Our values, known as</p> <ul> <li>DRIVE, shape how we work: Deliver our best every day – and do what we promise</li> <li>Respond in a prompt, positive way to our community’s needs</li> <li>Inspire others with our attitudes and actions</li> <li>Value people for who they are and what they can do</li> <li>Engage with others to improve our resilience and flexibility We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.</li> </ul> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW117486099 BCX8" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW117486099 BCX8">We’re</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW117486099 BCX8"> proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.</span></span></p>