Compassionate Health Care Assistant - Full-Time

First Care Services Ltd; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

First Care Services Ltd. is seeking a dedicated care assistant to support individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.

The role includes assisting with hygiene, feeding, mobility, and accompanying clients to appointments, while maintaining compassionate, person-centred care and clear documentation. You will work within a team to monitor health changes, report concerns, and provide emotional support, ensuring a respectful and confidential environment for clients and their

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic caregiving techniques and principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
• Compassionate and patient demeanour.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and support to individuals with daily living activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Help with feeding & drinking.
• Administer medication under the supervision of a nurse or healthcare professional.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and tidying up living areas.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments or social outings.
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' physical or mental health to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate and patient demeanor

Teamwork and collaboration

Independent work capability

Job description

First Care Services Ltd. is seeking a dedicated care assistant to support individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.

The role includes assisting with hygiene, feeding, mobility, and accompanying clients to appointments, while maintaining compassionate, person-centred care and clear documentation. You will work within a team to monitor health changes, report concerns, and provide emotional support, ensuring a respectful and confidential environment for clients and their