Compassionate Healthcare Assistant — Resident Support

Confidential; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a compassionate care assistant to supervise residents with special needs and manage shifts, ensuring safety and continuity of service. You will respond to emergencies with guidance for staff and assist with daily living activities including dressing, bathing, feeding, and mobility.

You will also support medication assistance, monitor health indicators, coordinate with professional staff, and help with light housekeeping and meal preparation, contributing to a comfortable

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS certificate updated for care roles.
• Basic Care Certificates completed (online & practical).
• Basic Manual Handling Practical Certificate (mandatory).
• Full UK Driving Licence (if any).

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors residents with special needs.
• Takes responsibility for shifts and service during duty.
• Responds to emergencies, offering guidance and support to care workers.
• Assists service users with dressing, undressing, washing, toileting, and bathing.
• Assists with medication, moving patients, and transfers.
• Serves meals and aids with feeding for comfort and nutrition.
• Provides stimulating activities and supports daily tasks like letters and bills.
• Undertakes light cleaning, domestic duties and meal preparation.
• Monitors conditions and collaborates with professional staff to implement the care plan.

Skills

Enhanced DBS

Basic Care Certificates

Manual Handling Certificate

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Confidential is seeking a compassionate care assistant to supervise residents with special needs and manage shifts, ensuring safety and continuity of service. You will respond to emergencies with guidance for staff and assist with daily living activities including dressing, bathing, feeding, and mobility.

You will also support medication assistance, monitor health indicators, coordinate with professional staff, and help with light housekeeping and meal preparation, contributing to a comfortable