Elderly Care Assistant in PE — Compassionate, Impactful

Netcare; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Port Elizabeth location

Training and development opportunities

Employee benefits

Job summary

Netcare in Port Elizabeth is seeking an Elderly Care Assistant to provide compassionate support to residents, aiding with daily living activities and offering companionship. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and wellbeing for seniors in a trusted care setting.

Ideal candidates will show empathy, patience, and strong communication with residents and staff. Availability to work shifts in Port Elizabeth, including weekends and holidays, is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Caregiving or similar qualification is required.
• Demonstrated empathy and compassion toward the elderly.
• Strong patience and caring attitude essential for daily support.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with residents and staff.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care tasks (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) with dignity.
• Help residents with mobility and safe transfers between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs.
• Serve meals and assist with eating, monitoring intake and dietary needs.
• Observe and report changes in health or mood to nursing staff promptly.
• Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment for residents.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Education

Certificate in Caregiving

Job description

Netcare in Port Elizabeth is seeking an Elderly Care Assistant to provide compassionate support to residents, aiding with daily living activities and offering companionship. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and wellbeing for seniors in a trusted care setting.

Ideal candidates will show empathy, patience, and strong communication with residents and staff. Availability to work shifts in Port Elizabeth, including weekends and holidays, is required.