Care Assistant

Kara Healthcare; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Kara Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents in care homes and provide home care services. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs, ensuring residents feel safe and valued.

Excellent communication, organisational skills and a caring attitude are essential. The role involves assisting with daily activities, following care plans, supporting medication administration, and helping residents engage in social activities while

Qualifications

• Clear spoken and written English communication.
• Experience working in a care home or with home care services is desirable.
• Basic IT skills for recording and communicating information.
• Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks.
• Compassionate, patient and respectful approach to residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents and clients with daily activities (hygiene, dressing, mobility).
• Follow care plans to deliver personalised support.
• Support with medication administration per instructions.
• Maintain accurate records of care and changes.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and team members.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding as required.
• Encourage social activities and promote wellbeing.
• Keep environments safe, clean and comfortable.
• Use IT systems to update records efficiently.
• Support outings or appointments as needed.

Skills

English communication

Care home experience

IT literacy

Organisational skills

Compassionate nature

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting individuals within care homes and providing home care services. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives by delivering high-quality care tailored to each individual's needs. The role requires excellent communication skills, organisational abilities, and a caring attitude to ensure residents and clients feel valued, safe, and comfortable.

About the Company

Kara Healthcare is a quality care provider devoted to delivering first-class dementia, nursing, residential, and respire care to residents living in our homes. We believe our residents deserves choice, dignity, and independence. Follow our CEO Nitesh Somani or Kara Healthcare LinkedIn to find out more about us.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents and clients with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility support
• Follow individual care plans to deliver personalised care and support
• Support with medication administration in accordance with prescribed instructions
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any changes in residents' or clients' conditions
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members to ensure consistent care delivery
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding as required
• Support residents in engaging with social activities and promoting wellbeing
• Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment at all times
• Use IT systems to update records and document care activities efficiently
• Drive or accompany residents on outings or appointments when necessary

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively within a care home environment or providing home care services
• Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to support others' wellbeing

Preferred Skills

• Experience or familiarity with creating or following care plans is desirable
• Driving licence is advantageous for supporting outings or home visits