Job Summary
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Health Care Assistant, where your enthusiasm and compassion will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. In this vital role, you will provide personalized care to individuals in care homes and home care settings, assisting with daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment. Your proactive approach and excellent communication skills will help foster trusting relationships and deliver exceptional care that enhances quality of life.
Duties
- Support residents or clients with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility to promote dignity and independence
- Assist in developing and implementing personalized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs and preferences
- Maintain accurate records of care provided, observations, and any changes in condition using IT systems
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care delivery
- Drive between different care locations or client homes as needed to provide consistent support
- Ensure a safe environment by adhering to health and safety protocols and reporting any concerns promptly
- Support the emotional well-being of clients through empathetic listening and engaging activities
Skills
- Strong driving skills with a valid license for transportation between care settings or client homes
- Experience working in a care home or home care environment is highly desirable
- Ability to understand and follow detailed care plans to meet individual needs effectively
- Proficiency in using IT systems for documentation and communication purposes
- Excellent communication skills in English to interact clearly with clients, families, and team members
- Good physical fitness to assist with mobility support and personal care tasks
- Effective interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with clients and colleagues
This role offers an energizing opportunity to make a positive impact every day while developing your skills within a supportive healthcare environment. We are committed to fostering your growth through ongoing training and ensuring you feel valued as an essential part of our team.
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Work Location: In person
