Care Assistant

Presbyterian Church in Ireland; Dundonald; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring organization in Northern Ireland is seeking a Care Assistant to provide high-quality care for residents, assisting them with daily living needs. The role involves ensuring a safe environment, respecting confidentiality, and promoting independence among residents. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, experience in a care setting, and a respect for the Christian ethos of the organization. Flexible working hours including day and night shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Understanding and respect for the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities.
• Awareness of health and safety practices within a care environment.
• Proficiency in communicating and writing in English.
• Basic numeracy required for the job duties.
• Willingness to behave in accordance with the Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Attend to the personal needs of residents with respect and dignity.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Assist residents in making choices and encourage independence.
• Carry out daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff.
• Record and report incidents or concerns to Senior Staff.

Skills

Understanding of needs of people with disabilities

Health and safety awareness

Willingness to undertake relevant training

Proficiency in English

Basic numeracy skills

Flexibility in work hours

Respect for Christian ethos

Registration with the Social Care Council

Experience in a care setting

Experience with disabilities

Education

NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

The Care Assistant will carry out a high standard of care and assist to meet residents’ individual needs within a caring environment.Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• To attend to the personal needs of residents on a daily basis, with respect and dignity for the individual.
• To carry out a high standard of care and any daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff.
• To treat all matters relating to the Home with strict confidentiality.
• To maintain a safe environment by ensuring adherence to appropriate Health and Safety and Fire procedures.
• To keep appropriate records, as directed by Senior Staff.
• To bring any areas of concern to the attention of Senior Staff.
• To report all accidents/incidents to senior staff and record as directed.
• To be aware of emergency procedures.
• To accompany residents on outings, holidays, to attend appointments.
• To act as a named worker for designated residents, under the direction of Senior Staff.
• To assist residents to make choices and encourage independence at all times.
• To carry out day care programmes for those residents attending our day care unit as directed by the Day Care Worker.
• To attend training courses and staff meetings as directed by the Manager.
• To undertake day and night duties and assist in housekeeping tasks as required by the home.
• Any other duties as reasonable required by the Home Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

• Evidence an understanding of and respect for the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities.
• Awareness of health and safety practices within a working environment.
• Willing to undertake relevant training e.g. induction training, or NVQ / QCF level 2.
• Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by the duties of the post.
• Basic numeracy required by the duties of the post (as endorsed by appropriate qualification or use of numeracy skills in a work or home environment).
• Be willing to work flexibly to fulfil the requirements of the Home,
• Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
• Willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.
• NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Experience of working in a care setting
• Experience of working with those with disability.

Further Information

Work Time: Day duty & night duty, to be confirmedWe are an equal opportunities employer.