Care Assistant

Dunlady House; Dundonald; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care home in Northern Ireland is seeking Care Assistants to assist residents with personal care and support their daily activities. Responsibilities include helping with personal hygiene, mobility, and monitoring well-being. Candidates should have experience in care or support roles and preferably hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. Strong teamwork, confidentiality, and a willingness to work shifts are essential. This position involves engaging residents in activities and ensuring a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and evenings.
• Basic understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Previous experience in a care or support role.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment.
• Monitor and record residents’ wellbeing, reporting changes promptly.

Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Mobility support

Digital care systems

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting
• Support residents with mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment.
• Provide assistance during mealtimes, including feeding where necessary.
• Monitor and record residents’ wellbeing, reporting changes promptly.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, and choice in daily activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Engage residents in social and therapeutic activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and evenings.
• Basic understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in a care or support role.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care.
• Training in moving and handling.
• First aid or CPR training
• Confidence using basic digital care systems.