Care Assistant

R&V Group Ltd; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Salisbury is seeking passionate care assistants and nurses. Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal care, administering medication, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must have relevant training, previous experience, and the ability to work as part of a team. Good communication skills are essential, and owning a car is required for commuting. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be patient, understanding, and respectful.
• Valid DBS and National Insurance number required.
• Experience in a care home or similar setting is essential.
• Must have relevant health and social care training.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and dressing.
• Help with incontinence needs and food/fluid assistance.
• Document all relevant information accurately.
• Assist with laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation.

Skills

Upbeat personality

Good verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to assist with personal care

Experience in care home

Ability to document effectively

Teamwork

Tools

Healthcare clinical equipment

Job description

START ASAP

R&V Ltd is looking for individuals who have an upbeat personality and 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

• 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
• Recording 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 training – Manual Handling Practical training
• Must be able to drive and have access to their own car to commute to and from the service

Nurse Role

• 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 training – Manual Handling Practical training
• 3 years' experience

Contact: Irina [phone]