HCA

Fenwick Healthcare; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Scunthorpe seeks a compassionate Health Care Assistant to deliver person-centred care to residents in a care home. You will assist with personal care tasks, mobility, and provide emotional support while promoting independence and dignity. This role requires teamwork and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient with a focus on high-quality care.
• Ability to maintain accurate care records.
• Experience in supporting elderly individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
• Support residents with mobility and help them move safely using appropriate equipment.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding as required.

Job description

Overview

As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to residents within the care home. You will support residents with daily living tasks, promote their dignity and independence, and contribute to a caring and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
• Support residents with mobility and help them move safely using appropriate equipment.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records and report any changes in residents' condition.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, choice, and respect.
• Support residents in participating in recreational and social activities.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and homely environment in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with other care staff, nurses, and management.
• Report concerns promptly to a senior carer or nurse