Care Assistant (part time) - Sunderland

Vacancy Reference 01-25-Oaklea10

Salary - £12.60 per hour

This post is for female applicants only – advertised in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) as a genuine occupational qualification for the post.

We are excited to be recruiting for a Care Assistant (24 hours per week) to join our friendly team at Oaklea Convent, Sunderland, which is home to the Sisters of Mercy and managed by SJOG Hospitaller Services. We welcome all who wish to apply to work with us!

We pride ourselves on supporting the people who use our services in such a way to enable them to live as independently and dignified a life as possible in their home, so it is essential that a quality driven and holistic service is maintained at all times.

Essential Criteria:

Actively support the vision, philosophies and values of the Charity and that of the Sisters of Mercy

• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to provide personal care
• Good communication skills
• Participate where necessary in social activities, outings/holidays with people using the service
• Maintain confidentiality, honesty and reliability
• Non-discriminatory and respect for cultural and religious heritage of all people
• Able to work flexible hours over a 24/7 period

Benefits and Rewards: 

Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Bike to Work Scheme
• We are an equal opportunities employer
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

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If you require any further information regarding the vacancy please contact Moira Guthrie, Service Manager by emailing: moiraguthrie@sjog.org.uk.