Care Assistant - Promote Independence | Pension & Parking

Abbey Healthcare; Hamilton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

Abbey Healthcare in Hamilton is seeking a dedicated care worker to provide compassionate, person-centred support to residents on site. You will assist with daily activities, follow care plans, and document care with attention to confidentiality.

Role includes night duty wakeful shifts and ensuring safety in line with Health and Safety policies. Preference given to candidates with care sector experience and NVQ level 2 qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in the care sector preferred.
• NVQ level 2 desirable.
• An interest in caring for the service user group.

Responsibilities

• Understand and provide care for residents meeting individual needs.
• Understand effects of care on residents and families.
• Assist residents with daily care needs while promoting independence.
• Participate in activities.
• Promote and maintain residents' independence.
• Read care plans to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete and record daily notes and health/flow records.
• Respect residents' confidentiality and rights.
• Be aware of DoLs and capacity as applicable.
• Support with clothes, bed making, mobility, hygiene, meals, and observation of changes in condition.

Skills

Care sector experience

NVQ level 2

Interest in resident care

Education

NVQ level 2 desirable

Job description

Abbey Healthcare in Hamilton is seeking a dedicated care worker to provide compassionate, person-centred support to residents on site. You will assist with daily activities, follow care plans, and document care with attention to confidentiality.

Role includes night duty wakeful shifts and ensuring safety in line with Health and Safety policies. Preference given to candidates with care sector experience and NVQ level 2 qualifications.