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Job description

We are looking to recruit a Healthcare Assistant to join our Bank Team in Aughnacloy House. Shifts are 12 hours long between Monday to Sunday, varying with Day shifts between the hours of 8am and 8pm and Night shifts between the hours of 8pm and 8am. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Duties: You will work as a trained multi-skilled member providing various aspects of care to elderly residents. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care Assist with all daily living activities, for example, washing, dressing, toileting/incontinence and assisting with mealtimes.
• Follow guidelines for safe movement of clients, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
• Kitchen All relevant kitchen related duties including basis meal preparation. Laundry Washing, drying and ironing duties.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions. Complete all paperwork accurately.
• Communicate regularly with the line manager. Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company.
• Obtain NISCC registration before employment and maintain during employment. Adhere to the NISCC Codes of Practice.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines. Ensure the confidentiality of residents, colleagues and the company at all times.
• Work as part of a team. Provide a quality service at all times.
• Whilst the above is an outline of the duties you will be required to carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required.
• The Company is committed to providing the highest possible quality of service.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 1 years’ experience in personal care.

Desirable Skills

• Officially registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
• Studying for or attained a care related qualification
• Kitchen or laundry experience in work or a voluntary setting.
• Personal care experience within a Nursing Home or similar environment.

Further Information

Work Time: Bank shifts - Days 8am to 8pm or Nights 8pm to 8am