Health care Assistant

Job Purpose:

To provide compassionate, person-centred care and support to residents, assisting with daily living activities, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing in line with care home policies and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
• Support residents with eating, drinking, and maintaining adequate nutrition and hydration.
• Monitor and record residents’ health, wellbeing, and behaviour, reporting any concerns to senior staff.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and engage residents in meaningful activities.
• Assist with medication administration (if trained and in accordance with policies).
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
• Follow individual care plans and contribute to updating them as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure residents’ needs are met.
• Adhere to safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety procedures.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity, and cultural preferences at all times.

Skills and Attributes:
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to respond to residents’ needs.

Qualifications and Experience (Desirable):
• Previous experience in a care home or healthcare setting.
• Basic knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and manual handling.

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