Health Care Assistant

Drapersfield House PN Home; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care facility in Cookstown is seeking Health Care Assistants to provide high-quality care and support to residents, including older adults and individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, monitoring well-being, and maintaining records. Training is provided for those with minimal experience. This role is essential for ensuring comfort and dignity for all residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care needs.
• Support residents with mobility and repositioning.
• Monitor residents’ well-being and report changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE ICT

Job description

We are seeking Health Care Assistants to join our team. You will provide high-quality care and support to our residents, including older people and individuals with physical disabilities, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety throughout the night.

Responsibilities

• Assist resident with personal care needs, including washing dressing & toileting.
• Support residents with mobility and repositioning.
• Monitor residents’ well-being and promptly report any changes to nurse.
• Reassure & Maintain accurate records of care.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential full training will be provided.
• Basic IT skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• NVQ Level 2, GCSE English, Polish, Maths & ICT.

Further Information

Application Information

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to [e-mail] or call 02886 764868