Job Description

THIS POSITION CANNOT BE SPONSORED

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our team in busy nursing home in Brixham. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in a nursing home setting, ensuring their comfort and well-being. You will work closely with healthcare professionals to implement care plans and assist clients with daily activities, promoting their independence and quality of life.

JOB SUMMARY

To work under the supervision of the Registered Manager/Registered Nurses , to provide the residents with an appropriate level of care and support. To respect the privacy, dignity and independence of the residents, working to agreed quality standards.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide general basic care to include washing, dressing and undressing, bathing, continence care, toileting and emptying catheter bags, assisting with feeding and drinking. To use moving and handling aides as established in mobility assessment, for the safety of residents and carers. Be responsible for feeding back to nursing team any change observed in a resident's condition. Be responsible for your own actions and ask for help when it is needed. Assist with the preparation and serving of food and drinks as required. Understand and accept your responsibility as part of the wider team, ensuring a safe working environment for residents and staff, and bringing any Health and Safety worries to the attention of the nurse in charge. Understand the principles and practice of confidentiality. Undertake all training and updates as deemed to be necessary and attend staff meetings. Document all activities in the online care plans, and use other documentation as requested, ensuring all entries are signed and dated. To follow all policies and procedures of the home. To undertake any other jobs requested of you. Experience required:
Previous experience in care would be an advantage, but a caring, positive attitude is the primary need, as full paid training can be provided if required. Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Capability to work independently as well as part of a team. Basic IT skills for documentation purposes are beneficial.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Healthcare Assistant.

Weekend enhancement, parking.

An Enhanced Police Criminal Records Disclosure will be required in the event of a successful application. (DBS)

Please email for more details.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Previous applicants need not apply

Pay: 12.65-14.14 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.65-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free flu jabs On-site parking
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person