Health Care Assistant

To provide the highest possible standards of care and service to all of the residents, whether working as an individual or as part of a team.

• In accordance with the home’s Statement of Purpose, to assist residents with those activities which they would usually perform or have in the past performed themselves but cannot now without assistance. The optimum level of independence should be encouraged and supported whilst maintaining the dignity and self-esteem of the residents.
• Provide care as laid down in the care plans and under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager and Home Manager.
• Carry out your duties as key worker to nominated residents under the management and supervision of your Line Manager.
• Participate in social and therapeutic activities with residents both inside and outside the home. Travel with and supervise residents on activities and events outside the home as directed by the Line Manager.
• Develop positive, helpful and caring relationships with residents and their families as required.
• Report to your Line Manager any changes or deterioration you observe in the health and general condition of residents, any personal or emotional problems that you become aware of and any matter which has or could potentially have a bearing on the overall well-being of the residents.
• Make and change beds, mattresses and bed linen.
• Carry out regular checks on residents throughout the day / night, working as a team with the Senior Care Assistants and Team Leaders where applicable.
• To answer promptly to all nurse alarm calls, assessing each situation and dealing with any resident who is seeking help. In cases of emergency to summon a Senior Care Assistant or Nurse and if necessary to call the emergency GP and/or summon an ambulance.
• To assist residents who need help or reassurance, providing drinks or refreshments where required.
• To assist with palliative care for residents who are terminally ill.
• Be aware of and comply with Health and Safety and Infection Control regulations and report any actual or potential hazards to your Line Manager.
• Be aware of the CQC Fundamental Standards.
• Maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Take every opportunity to improve your skills and knowledge both by self-development and by participating in training events organised both inside the home and by outside sources.
• Follow at all times the home’s written policies and procedures.
• Assist the development of the company’s philosophy of person centred care and strive to achieve associated goals.

· Weekly contacted hours as agreed with the Registered Manager, to be worked as specified on the Home’s Staffing Rotas, including weekends and public holidays.

· All shifts (including Night Shifts) are waking shifts

· To complete any mandatory training specified during the induction period and thereafter to ensure that you are competent to fulfil the responsibilities of your role

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Work Location: In person