St Josephs' Nursing Home
1 Princes Street - Warrenpoint
FT / PT Care Assistants Required
Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Care Assistant at our welcoming care home, where your compassionate nature and proactive attitude will make a meaningful difference in residents' lives. In this vital role, you will provide personalized support to elderly residents, assisting with daily activities, ensuring their comfort, and promoting their independence. Your enthusiasm and excellent communication skills will foster a warm, respectful environment where residents feel valued and cared for. This position offers an engaging opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive setting while making a positive impact every day.
Duties
- Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote dignity and independence
- Support residents in engaging with activities and social interactions to enhance their well-being
- Help with feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met according to care plans
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and update residents’ care plans regularly
- Communicate effectively with residents, colleagues, and families to ensure consistent and compassionate care delivery
- Follow health and safety protocols diligently to create a secure environment for everyone in the care home
Experience
- Previous experience working in a care home or home care setting is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided for motivated candidates
- Strong communication skills in English to effectively interact with residents, families, and team members
- Basic IT skills for maintaining accurate records and updating care plans electronically
- A caring attitude combined with excellent interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with residents and colleagues
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a dynamic environment
Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional care! We value your commitment and provide ongoing support to help you grow professionally while making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Pay: £12.82-£13.32 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
