Compassionate Care Assistant – Training & Career Growth

Prestwickcare; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 415,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

EAP

Discount card at leisure sites

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

Prestwick Care in Durham is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide personal care, support independence and dignity for residents. Work alongside nurses and senior carers to meet individual needs with kindness and professionalism.

This role offers full training, career progression, EAP and a supportive team. A rewarding opportunity for compassionate individuals looking to grow a career in health and social care, with flexible shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Caring, compassionate and calm nature with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment and maintain health and safety practices.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• English proficiency sufficient to carry out the role effectively.
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS check and Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting and eating.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers and physical activities as needed.
• Monitor and record residents' vital signs where trained (temperature, pulse, BP).
• Provide emotional support, reassurance and companionship to residents.
• Assist nursing staff and senior carers with basic care tasks.
• Promote dignity, privacy and choice, maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and healthcare team members.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Care Certificate

Communication

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Flexibility

DBS check

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Prestwick Care in Durham is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide personal care, support independence and dignity for residents. Work alongside nurses and senior carers to meet individual needs with kindness and professionalism.

This role offers full training, career progression, EAP and a supportive team. A rewarding opportunity for compassionate individuals looking to grow a career in health and social care, with flexible shifts including nights and weekends.