Compassionate Residential Care Assistant

5 Star Recruitment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a care assistant to support residents in a residential setting. You will assist with washing, dressing, feeding and mobility while promoting independence and dignity.

You will work as part of a team, liaise with relatives and health professionals, and help organise social activities. Training will be provided and weekend work may be required, with a focus on compassionate, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds in practical or home nursing.
• NVQ Level 2 in Direct Care or commitment to achieve.
• In-service course in Social Care and preliminary social care training.
• Appropriate certificates of competence where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of personal care tasks including bathing, dressing and feeding clients.
• Support social activities and maintain contact with family and community.
• Assist with laundry, care of items and basic administration of medication where appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, safe and homely environment for residents.
• Attend training and work weekends and bank holidays as required.

Skills

First Aid

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Empathy & Care

Education

City & Guilds in practical or home nursing

NVQ Level 2 in Direct Care

In-service course in Social Care

Preliminary course in Social Care

Job description

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a care assistant to support residents in a residential setting. You will assist with washing, dressing, feeding and mobility while promoting independence and dignity.

You will work as part of a team, liaise with relatives and health professionals, and help organise social activities. Training will be provided and weekend work may be required, with a focus on compassionate, person-centred care.