Relief Care Assistant - Aaron House


Job description

The Relief Care Assistant will carry out a high standard of care and assist to meet residents’ individual needs within a caring environment.

Responsibilities

  • To attend to the personal needs of residents on a daily basis, with respect and dignity for the individual.
  • To carry out a high standard of care and any daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff.
  • To treat all matters relating to the Home with strict confidentiality.
  • To maintain a safe environment by ensuring adherence to appropriate Health and Safety and Fire procedures.
  • To keep appropriate records, as directed by Senior Staff.
  • To bring any areas of concern to the attention of Senior Staff.
  • To report all accidents/incidents to senior staff and record as directed.
  • To be aware of emergency procedures.
  • To accompany residents on outings, holidays, to attend appointments.
  • To act as a named worker for designated residents, under the direction of Senior Staff.
  • To assist residents to make choices and encourage independence at all times.
  • To carry out day care programmes for those residents attending our day care unit as directed by the Day Care Worker.
  • To attend training courses and staff meetings as directed by the Manager.
  • To undertake day and night duties and assist in housekeeping tasks as required by the home.
  • Any other duties as reasonable required by the Service Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Evidence and understanding of and respect for the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities.
  • Awareness of health and safety practices within a working environment.
  • Willing to undertake relevant training e.g. induction training, or NVQ / QCF level 2.
  • Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by the duties of the post.
  • Basic numeracy required by the duties of the post (as endorsed by appropriate qualification or use of numeracy skills in a work or home environment.
  • Willing to work additional hours to fulfil the requirements of the Home.
  • Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
  • Willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.

Further Information

Hours: As and when required We are an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID
1731440
Job ref.
AH-25-19
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Co Down
Location
Dundonald
Salary
£12.55 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
0
Published date
27/08/2025
Closing date
15/09/2025
Worktime
As and when required

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