Care Assistant

R&V Recruitment Ltd; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

R&V Recruitment Ltd is actively seeking individuals for care assistant and nurse roles in Rayleigh, United Kingdom. Candidates should demonstrate an upbeat personality and a dedication to providing compassionate care.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal care, administering medication, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must have a valid DBS, right to work in the UK, and prior experience in a similar role is essential. Own transport is needed for commuting.

Qualifications

• Valid DBS check is required.
• Previous experience as a care assistant or nurse is essential.
• Health and social care relevant trainings are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily tasks.
• Document care accurately and maintain communication with residents.
• Administer medication and use clinical equipment as a nurse.

Skills

Effective communication

Manual Handling

Patience

Understanding and respect

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.

CARE ASSISTANT role responsibilities

• 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

CARE ASSISTANT 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

NURSE role responsibilities

• 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

NURSE 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