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Job description

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting
• Support residents with mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment.
• Provide assistance during mealtimes, including feeding where necessary.
• Monitor and record residents’ wellbeing, reporting changes promptly.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, and choice in daily activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Engage residents in social and therapeutic activities.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and evenings.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in a care or support role.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care.
• Training in moving and handling.
• First aid or CPR training
• Experience documenting care notes.
• Confidence using basic digital care systems.