Care Assistant

R&V Group Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Abingdon is looking for dedicated care assistants and nurses. Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal care, managing their needs, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must possess DBS, relevant training, and drive to the location. Previous experience is essential. Join a passionate team committed to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• DBS required for both roles.
• National Insurance number required.
• Right to work in UK is mandatory.
• Previous experience is essential for both roles.
• Must be able to drive and have access to own car.
• Manual Handling Practical training needed.
• Nurse role requires Valid NMC registration.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and dressing.
• Record relevant documents accurately.
• Use required equipment to assist residents' needs.
• Administer medication and document effectively.

Skills

Patient

Good verbal and written skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work in and lead a team

Education

Health and social care relevant trainings

Tools

Clinical equipment

Job description

R&V Ltd is looking for individuals who have an upbeat personality who are ready to work as care assistants/nurses for our client. We are looking for passionate and dedicated professionals to join our team. It is essential that candidates are patient, understanding and respectful towards the residents’ individual abilities and own a car.

Your CARE ASSISTANT role will include:

• Assisting residents with personal care and dressing
• Assisting residents with incontinence needs
• Assisting residents with repositioning - must be able to use required equipment - hoist, stand aid, slide sheet etc.
• Assisting with food and fluids
• Helping with laundry, cleaning, preparing meals
• Record all relevant documents accurately - must have good verbal and written skills

Requirements:

• DBS
• National insurance number
• Right to work in UK
• Previous experience is essential
• Health and social care relevant trainings
• Must be able to drive and have access to their own car to commute to and from the service
• Manual Handling Practical training

Your NURSE role will include:

• Valid NMC registration
• Experience in a care home or similar setting
• Adept in using clinical equipment and administering medication
• Ability to document and communicate effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with residents and their families
• Ability to work in and lead a team
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing resident needs

Requirements:

• DBS
• PIN Number
• National insurance number
• Right to work in UK
• Previous experience is essential
• Health and social care relevant trainings
• Manual Handling Practical training
• 3 years' experience