Care Assistant

Narra Care Services Limited; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in Newtownards seeks compassionate individuals to assist clients with personal care tasks while maintaining their dignity. The role involves reporting care plan changes, assisting during meals, and actively participating in social activities. Ideal candidates should be motivated, organised, and flexible, with good English skills for effective communication and record keeping.

Qualifications

• 6 months of care experience preferred but not essential.
• Good written and spoken English required for 1:1 work and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clients in using personal and mobility aids.
• Interact with clients to support social activities.
• Report changes in Clients Care Plans to the Person in Charge.
• Complete accurate records as per policies and procedures.
• Assist Clients during mealtimes as required.
• Answer the nurse call system and provide assistance.
• Report incidents to the Nurse in Charge.
• Attend mandatory training and meetings.

Skills

Care experience

Self-motivated

Organised

Caring and sensitive

Team player

Flexible

Ability to work independently

Job description

Assisting Clients with all aspects of their personal care whilst always maintaining the privacy of theClient.

Responsibilities

• To assist Clients in using their personal and mobility aids whilst ensuring all aids are well maintained.
• Assist social activities by interacting with clients and helping them to continue with their hobbies andactivities to the best of your ability.
• To understand, contribute to and be familiar with the Clients Care Plans and report any changes to thePerson in Charge.
• To complete accurate and effective written records as instructed in line with policies and procedures.
• Assist Clients during mealtimes in accordance with their care plan and serve meals and drinks as required.
• To answer the nurse call system promptly and give assistance as required.
• To report any incidents, occurrences or complaints to the Nurse in Charge and record appropriately.
• To attend mandatory training and other training identified to enable you to fulfil your role is compulsory.
• This may involve travel to other venues and in some cases additional costs for training.
• To attend supervision and appraisal meetings and Narra Care Services staff meetings as required.
• Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job.
• Good written and spoken English required for 1:1 work and record keeping.

Skills and Qualifications

• 6 Months care experience preferred but not essential.
• Self-motivated and a willingness to learn.
• Organised.
• Caring and sensitive to the needs of others.Active team player.
• Flexible.Able to work on own initiative.