Care Assistants - Newry - Incentive Awarded

Hive Healthcare; Newry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Northern Ireland is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant. The role involves providing high-quality care in various settings, assisting with personal care and daily living activities, and developing individualized care plans. Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience and strong communication skills. This position offers part-time, full-time, and temporary work with a pay starting from £13.70 per hour.

Benefits

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a care home setting.
• Ability to understand and implement care plans effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks.
• Support daily living activities including meal preparation.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Empathy

Patience

Basic IT skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to individuals in a nursing, residential or supported living service, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting clients with daily activities, maintaining their dignity and independence while fostering a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support clients in daily living activities including meal preparation, medication management, and mobility assistance.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress and report any changes to the supervising staff.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Support clients to appointments or social activities as required.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety within the home or care setting.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance caregiving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a care home setting.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand and implement care plans effectively.
• Basic IT skills for documentation purposes.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required by client needs.

Job Details

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From £13.70 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience

• CARE: 1 year (required)

Important: PLEASE NOTE THAT HIVE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AND YOU MUST RESIDE IN N.IRELAND. Availability for day shifts only, with option for block bookings. Welcome incentive applies after successful clearance and completing 3 shifts.