Care Assistant

R&V Group Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Sevenoaks is seeking care assistants and nurses to support residents with personal care and medical needs. Candidates must have prior experience, relevant training, and the ability to drive. This role is essential in providing compassionate care and adapting to the needs of residents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience is essential for both roles.
• Health and social care relevant trainings are required.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and dressing.
• Document relevant information accurately.
• Administer medication and use clinical equipment.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Manual handling

Job description

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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.

Your CARE ASSISTANT role will include:

• 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

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

Your NURSE role will include:

• 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

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