Job Description
JOB TITLE: CARE ASSISTANT
LOCATION : Halifax
REPORTING TO: Home/Deputy Home Manager, Senior Care Assistant (Residential
Home) Qualified Nursing Staff (Nursing Home)
ABOUT THE CARE HOME:At our House in Halifax we have over 107 dedicated rooms for residents, providing a comfortable and relaxing home which caters for the elderly and those suffering with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, other mental health issues or the after-effects of a stroke.
JOB PURPOSE: To assist in the provision of care and work as part of a team to achieve required standards. To ensure Residents retain their dignity and individuality. To be involved in the general activities of the Home /Unit.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Care:
Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
Assist Residents in all aspects of their care
Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and / or who have behavioral problems.
Assist in the promotion of continence.
Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.
Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Home’s disposal of waste policy
Assist Residents who need help during meal times
Training & Development:
Complete the Care Certificate
Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off-site, as and when required
Participate in relevant QCF/NVQ training to achieve required qualifications.
Health & Safety:
Report immediately to the Home Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Resident, colleague, self or another.
Understand, and ensure the implementation of, the Home’s Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
Report to the Home Manager, or the Handyperson, any faulty appliances, damaged furniture, equipment or any potential hazard.
Promote safe working practice with the Home.
Skills/Qualifications:
NVQ Level 2 in Care is desirable but not essential
Experience of caring for older people gained at work in a voluntary capacity or at home is essential
Experience of undertaking a similar role is desirable.
To have an understanding of the needs of older people in residential and nursing settings is desirable
Ability to communicate effectively and work with and for older people is essential
Ability to communicate effectively and work with a wide range of colleagues is essential
Ability to use a range of equipment in providing safe care to residents after training is essential
Literacy and numeracy skills in order to undertake written work associated with the post is essential
Ability to work on a rostered shift basis including weekends and public holidays and to flexibly respond to the requirement to provide twenty-four hour care is essential
Physically fit to undertaken the range of tasks involved in providing a nursing service to residents is essential
What we are offering:
Permanent Contracts with performance bonuses
Competitive hourly rates from £9.55- £9.8 per hour depending on the experience
Paid shadowing & free DBS application
28 days’ annual leave (pro rata)*
Flexible hours to fit around your other commitments
Comprehensive training and ongoing support – We’re with you every step of the way
The opportunity to progress your career with a fully-funded diploma QCF in social care*
Employee referral bonus programmes of up to £200*
Auto-enrolment pension scheme*
All suitable candidates are required to undergo an enhanced level criminal record disclosure, have been double vaccinated against covid-19 .
If you are interested apply below to br booked for an interview
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £9.50-£9.90 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Application question(s):
- Provide details about your work permit. Do you need a sponsorship visa?
Experience:
- Care assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (preferred)
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