We are looking to recruit a Male Care Assistant based on the requirements of some of our residents.
Available hours are 30 per week at a rate of pay of £13.45 per hour. We offer a company pension scheme and enhanced rates for Bank Holidays.
We are looking for staff who are warm, kind, reliable, empathetic and compassionate, whilst assisting our residents to meet their day-to-day needs including support with personal care.
Experience of working with older residents, and/or adults with a learning disability and/or visual impairment preferred.
To have an informal chat regarding this role please contact Alison McLean, Care Manager on 01253 362691.
For more information and an application form email [email protected] to request a job application pack.
A DBS Disclosure and Barring Service record will be requested for the successful applicant.
N-Vision does NOT accept contact from agencies.
The organisation promotes equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Main Duties:
1. To help residents (if required) with:
(i) Dressing and undressing.
(ii) All aspects of personal care
(iii) Eating and drinking.
(iv) Care of personal belongings.
(v) Mobility.
(vi) One to one support as required for shopping.
2. To converse with residents:
(i) To check on their health.
(ii) To suggest ways of coping with problems.
(iii) To encourage participation in activities.
(iv) To promote independence.
3. To undertake the following duties:
(i) Serve meals / drinks to residents.
(ii) Make residents’ beds.
(iii) Assist as required with laundry and ironing.
(iv) Attend training courses and staff meetings.
(v) Maintain residents’ case files and care plans up to date.
(vi) Give medication as instructed by duty manager.
(vii) Plan and deliver in house activities / entertainment
(viii) Administer eye drops and apply creams as directed
(ix) Assist to keep bedrooms a safe environment
4. To report on residents:
(i) In the daily report record – record changes in physical, mental or emotional state.
(ii) To the duty manager – major changes and problems.
(iii) To the duty manager - Incidents and accidents
5. To carry out duties and respond as required in connection with any Quality System in place [e.g. IIP, ISO 9001:2008].
6. To carry out other associated duties, responsibilities and training as required from time to time by the duty manager.
7. To maintain harmonious working relationships with residents and staff.
Work remotely
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Experience:
Work Location: In person
