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Job description

The 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 Home 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).
• Be willing to work flexibly 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

There are several Relief Care Assistant posts available. Rate of Pay:£12.55 per hour (pay is under review and will increase from 1 April 2026) We are an equal opportunities employer