Compassionate Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts

KRISH CARE-AKM LTD; Greenford; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

AKM CARE is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join our residential care team in Greenford. You will support residents with daily needs, promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing in a person-centred approach.

Ideal candidates will be kind, patient and reliable with good communication and teamwork skills. DBS enhanced checks and relevant training will be arranged, with shifts including weekends and bank holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Be kind, patient and dependable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to follow instructions, policies and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Help residents with personal care including washing, dressing, toileting and continence care.
• Assist with mobility, transfers and safe use of equipment.
• Support meals, hydration and nutrition for residents.
• Administer or support with medication when trained.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and support plans.
• Encourage independence and participation in activities.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate daily records and care documentation.
• Ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
• Adhere to safeguarding, infection control and health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals.
• Work day, night, weekend and bank holiday shifts as rota requires.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

NVQ/QCF Health & Social Care (Level 2/3)

Job description

AKM CARE is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join our residential care team in Greenford. You will support residents with daily needs, promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing in a person-centred approach.

Ideal candidates will be kind, patient and reliable with good communication and teamwork skills. DBS enhanced checks and relevant training will be arranged, with shifts including weekends and bank holidays as needed.