Care Assistant

SeeMeHired; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

SeeMeHired is recruiting a Care Assistant for a busy care home in the United Kingdom. The role offers flexible hours and alternate weekends, with the aim of delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining residents’ independence.

You will work closely with the team to follow care plans, monitor residents’ wellbeing, and support connections with family and the local community while upholding fundamental standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal English.
• Ability to build rapport with residents.
• Strong communication with care teams and families.
• Professional and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting wishes to boost wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and supporting information for residents.
• Inform Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in residents' needs.
• Promote and safeguard welfare of those supported.
• Contribute to efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships and community ties.
• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.
• Be a professional role model and ambassador for the service.
• Follow policies and procedures and undertake required training.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Daily living assistance

Excellent English

Job description

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to support a busy care home with flexible hours, alternate weekends', and an opportunity to make a real difference.,

• Ensure that residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting their wishes and preferences to enhance their wellbeing.
• Contribute to the efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships and connections with their local community.
• Follow care plans and other supporting information regarding residents.
• Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a residents needs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of those being supported.

Working with Others

• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues within the service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for residents.
• Maintain and develop relationships with residents loved ones.

Leading by Example

• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Act as a role model for others and an ambassador for the service.
• Be professional, polite, and reasonable at all times.

Personal and Professional Development

• Have knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.
• Understand the regulatory framework governing the service, including CQC requirements.
• Commit to achieving relevant qualifications commensurate with the role.
• Attend statutory and other training as directed by management.
• Follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
• Embrace learning opportunities., Working Together: Involve residents, families, external agencies, and colleagues; speak up when things go wrong.
• Respect and Dignity: Promote person-centred care and independence.
• Everybody Counts: Ensure no discrimination or exclusion, understand human rights, and enable individuals to voice concerns.
• Commitment to Quality of Care: Strive for quality, embrace constructive feedback, and seek opportunities for learning and improvement.
• Compassion: Show kindness, empathy, and understanding in all interactions.
• Improving Lives: Share ideas, focus on wellbeing, and improve outcomes for residents.
  Good English (written and verbal)., Proficient written skills to maintain care plans and care records in line with service policy.
• Communication skills to build rapport with residents, communicate effectively with them, and inform colleagues, management, and professionals about their needs.
• Problem-solving skills to adapt to and address situations quickly, develop solutions, and recognise/report situations requiring protection.
• Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan, this may include bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom.

Previous Experience

• Previous experience is not required., Previous experience of working in a similar environment.
• Previous experience of working in a similar role.
• Experience of working with service users, in particular, those that may have additional support needs.