Care Assistant
New Yesterday
from Care to Senior to Team Lead and even further! Free parking on site Free Meals for 12-hour shifts 5.6 weeks holiday Paid Breaks Workplace Pension Scheme Job Type / Category Part time - 24 to 30 hours per week Required Education, Skills and Qualifications Level 2 or 3 QCF/NVQ is preferred but not essential Some Care-based experience is preferable You must have the right to work in the UK Must be fluent in written and verbal English Key Responsibilities: Personal Care - Assisting with washing, dressing, grooming, and maintaining personal hygiene. Mobility Support - Helping residents move around safely, including transferring them from bed to wheelchair, or assisting with walking. Meal Assistance and Feeding - assisting with eating, assisting with hydration and ensuring proper nutrition. Household Tasks - Performing light housekeeping duties like laundry, cleaning, and tidying. Companionship - Providing social interaction, emotional support, and a listening ear. Monitoring Health: Observing and reporting any changes in a residents physical or mental health to relevant colleagues and healthcare professionals. Assistance with Activities - Helping residents participate in activities they enjoy, such as hobbies, social events, and outings. Updating Care Plans: Ensuring that changes in the needs of residents are passed on to the nursing and management team of the home. Following Care Plans: Adhering to specific care plans developed to meet individual needs. Communication: Effectively communicating with the resident, their family, medical professionals and other members of the home team. Essential Skills and Qualities: Compassion and Empathy - A genuine desire to care for and support others. Patience and Understanding - The ability to work with residents who may have physical or cognitive limitations. Good Communication Skills - Clearly and effectively communicating with residents, their families, and other healthcare professionals. Reliability and Dependability - Being punctual, responsible, and trustworthy in carrying out assigned duties. Ability to Work as Part of a Team - Collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care. Physical Stamina and Strength - Being able to perform tasks that require physical effort, such as moving and repositioning residents.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Social Care