Key Responsibilities and Duties

* Patient Comfort: Making beds, serving meals, and assisting with feeding.

* Mobility: Helping patients move around or assisting with repositioning.

* Clinical Environment: Sterilizing equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and restocking consulting rooms.

* Communication: Communicating with patients, relatives, and carers, providing reassurance.

Health Careers (NHS) +6

* Personal Care: Assisting with washing, dressing, showering, and toileting.

* Clinical Support: Monitoring and recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, weight)

, taking blood samples, and updating patient records.

Required Skills and Qualifications

* Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, empathy, listening skills, and ability to work under pressure.

* Attributes: Reliability, dedication, and a calm, caring approach.

* Requirements: While some positions require experience or qualifications like an NVQ/diploma in health and social care, others provide on-the-job training.

* Experience: Previous experience in care work is often preferred