Old Vicarage jobs in Holmes Chapel

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Principal Responsibilities

• To assist service users who need help with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and the toilet.
• To help service users with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence; help in use and care of aids and personal equipment.
• To care for service users who are temporarily sick and needing, for example, minor dressings, bed nursing, help with feeding, etc.
• To make and change beds; tidy rooms; do light cleaning and empty commodes.
• To inspect, launder and mend service users' clothing.
• To answer emergency bells, the door and the telephone;
• To read and write reports; take part in staff and service users' meetings and in training activities as directed.
• To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.
• To comply with the home's guidelines and policies at all times.
• To report to a nurse or to the home manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service user.
• To encourage service users to remain as independent as possible.

Person Specification

• Self motivated.
• Organised.
• Flexible.
• Caring.
• Sensitive to the needs of others and to the sick or infirm.
• An active team player but also able to work on own initiative.
• A good communicator.

All staff are required to respect the confidentiality of all matters that they might learn in the course of their employment. All staff are expected to respect the requirements under the Data Protection Act 1998. All staff must ensure that they are aware of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work, etc Act 1974.

Hours of work: full-time or part-time.

Flexible Working Options Available:

• Part-time

Work remotely

• No

Summary

As a Care Assistant, you will be integral to providing compassionate support to individuals in care homes or through home care services. Reporting to the Care Manager, your primary responsibility will be to assist clients with daily living activities while ensuring their comfort and safety. You will utilize core skills in communication and IT to effectively implement care plans and maintain accurate records. Your premium skills in driving will enhance your ability to provide transportation for clients, fostering independence and improving their quality of life. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you care for.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.21-£13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Experience:

• care assistant: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person