Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join their team in a scenic care home. This role focuses on providing high-quality, person-centered care to residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity. As a Care Assistant, you will assist with daily living activities, offer emotional support, and foster meaningful relationships. The home prides itself on its values-led culture and commitment to professional development. Join a growing healthcare company that values compassion and teamwork, and make a positive impact in the lives of older residents.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Continuous professional development and training

Overtime available at an enhanced rate

Pension plan

Access NI fee paid

NISCC fee reimbursed

Uniforms and PPE provided

Monthly incentives and recognition awards

Free parking

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals with strong communication skills are preferred.
• Experience in health and social care is a plus, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and provide emotional support.
• Monitor residents' well-being and report changes in health or behavior.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Experience in Health and Social Care

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Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of older residents?

The Home

Nightingale Care Home is situated in the scenic area of Dungannon overlooking the beautiful Black Lough. We are within walking distance of the main Ulster Bus Depo in Dungannon which allows for great access to the home and easy access to and from the motorway. Nightingale has 34 General Nursing beds and 10 General Residential beds. Our main purpose here at Nightingale is to ensure that the highest quality of care is provided for everyone’s individual needs. Our motto is: ‘May all who enter as guests leave as friends’.

The Role

You will pride yourself on providing high-quality, person-centred care to our residents, fostering a welcoming environment where residents are treated with respect and dignity, and staff feel valued and supported. As part of our frontline team, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the Home, assisting with activities of daily living ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of residents. As a Care Assistant, you will also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

Main Responsibilities

1. Assist residents with daily living activities, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility.
2. Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, helping them maintain a good quality of life.
3. Help residents maintain independence where possible, encouraging involvement in activities.
4. Assist with moving and handling residents using appropriate techniques and equipment.
5. Support the nursing and healthcare team by monitoring residents' well-being and reporting any changes in their health or behaviour.
6. Follow care plans tailored to individual residents' needs, ensuring their comfort and safety.
7. Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents.

The Benefits

1. Paid annual leave
2. The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
3. 4-weekly pay
4. Continuous professional development and training
5. Values-led culture
6. Overtime available at an enhanced rate
7. Opportunities for progression
8. Pension plan (if applicable)
9. Attractive hourly rate
10. Access NI fee paid for
11. NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
12. Uniforms and PPE provided
13. Monthly incentives and recognition awards
14. Free parking

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Required Criteria

• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in Health and Social Care preferred, although not essential as full training will be provided.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A good standard of oral and written English.
• A non-judgemental approach to others.
• Excellent communication skills with the compassion required to deliver high-quality care to our residents.
• Respectful to not only residents but the values and beliefs of other team members.