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Job Title: Care Assistant
Reports to: Registered Manager
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents in line with their individual care plans, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Support residents with mobility and use of aids, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Assist with mealtimes, including preparation, serving, and feeding where required.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and engage residents in activities.
- Monitor and record residentsā conditions, reporting any concerns or changes to senior staff.
- Follow individual care plans and ensure residentsā choices and preferences are respected.
- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and a safe environment in the care home.
- Support with medication administration (if trained and delegated).
- Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety policies.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, residentsā families, and healthcare professionals.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Compassionate, caring, and patient nature.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Reliable and committed to high standards of care.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a care or support role.
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
- Knowledge of dementia care or end-of-life care.
Working Hours & Benefits
- Full-time/part-time shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
- Competitive pay rates.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Pension scheme.
