Care Officer

Dale Roads Group Ltd; Milford Haven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Dale Roads Group Ltd is seeking a compassionate Care Officer for Torestin Care Home in Haverfordwest, Wales. You will support residents with personal care, mobility, and daily living needs while adhering to home policies.

The role requires prior care experience and at least Level 2 NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care; Level 3 is preferred or expected if starting at Level 2. IT literacy and confidentiality are essential values in this position.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience and holding at least a Level 2 NVQ or QCF in Health & Social Care are essential for this vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Meet the personal care needs of residents in line with home policies and procedures.
• Perform routine duties under the direct supervision of the Officer in Charge and take responsibility as directed.
• Make decisions based on your seniority within the organisation.
• Assist residents with dressing, bathing, and toileting; assist with medication administration under supervision.
• Help residents with mobility and use of aids and equipment; support residents with disabilities.
• Train junior staff in all aspects of work in the home.
• Make beds, tidy rooms and do light cleaning.
• Answer emergency bells, the door and the telephone; greet visitors.
• Read and write reports in case notes.
• Take part in staff meetings and training activities.

Skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

Confidentiality awareness

Calm approach

Education

NVQ/QCF Health & Social Care Level 2

NVQ/QCF Health & Social Care Level 3

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Officer to join our team at Torestin Care Home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

*Previous Care Experience and holding at least a Level 2 NVQ or QCF in Health & Social Care are essential for this vacancy*

Key Responsibilities:

• To work with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of residents in accordance with the homes policies and procedures.
• Routine duties as directed by, and under the direct supervision of the Officer in Charge. To assume the responsibility of Officer in Charge as directed, by the
• To make decisions based on your seniority within the organisation
• Assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet. Assist a senior member of staff who has been assessed as competent with medication administration.
• Help residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities such as incontinence; help in the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
• To help train junior members of staff in all aspects of their work in the home.
• Make and change beds; tidy rooms and do light cleaning.
• Answer emergency bells, the door and the telephone; greet visitors
• Read and write reports in case notes
• Take part in staff meetings and also in training activities as directed

What we're looking for:

• Communication skills are essential
• Previous experience in a care setting is required and to hold a Level 3 NVQ or QCF qualification in Health & Social Care. A Level 2 and working towards a Level 3 will also be acceptable
• IT Literate
• Understanding of importance of confidentiality
• Sensitive to the needs of residents, caring, tactful, observant.
• Calm approach

Home of vacancy: Torestin Care Home, Tiers Cross, Haverfordwest, SA62 3DB