Carer

Down Lodge is conveniently located just 3 min walk from town centre, 16 min walk from Wokingham train station.

Down Lodge is a small 16 bed care home, a residential setting with a friendly care staff team. If you values rest on integrity, respect and caring, we would love to hear from you today!

We are looking for entry level carer or a senior carer. Previous work experience is desired however full training is provided.

Our shifts are: 7:00-14:00, 14:00-20:00

• Update care plans and participate in Quality Assurance processes as directed by Team Leader/ Deputy Manager (senior carer only)
• Drugs Administration as directed by the Care Supervisor including booking in of new medication on MARR sheets.(senior carer only)
• To assist Deputy Manager & Team Leader to carry out programmes, to care and to promote independence for service users.
• Moving and handling Service Users.
• Assist Service Users to wash and dress.(when and where necessary)
• To assist Service Users with meals.
• Assist Service Users to the toilet.
• Taking the appropriate measures to maintain Service Users comfort and to prevent pressure sores.
• Dealing with incontinent Service Users.
• Care of the dying under Care Supervisor management and control
• Small domestic duties as instructed.
• Assist Team Leader as directed with small minor wound dressings.
• Attend mandatory training courses

If yuo are looking to make a difference to someone's life, apply today! Remember we are looking for intergrity and caring values. If you believe you have a lot of compassion - apply today!