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Job Title: Care Assistant
Location:Childrey, Wantage (OX12), OX12 9RG
Reports to: Senior Care Assistant / Registered Manager
Salary:Up to £13 per hour
Hours:Agency Work
Job Summary
As a Care and Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting residents with daily living tasks and ensuring they receive high-quality, person-centred care in a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. You will assist with personal care, promote independence, and build positive relationships with residents, families, and the wider care team.
Key Responsibilities
* Support residents with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming in a dignified and respectful manner.
* Assist with mobility and transfers, including use of hoists and mobility aids where required.
* Provide companionship, emotional support, and encourage social interaction and participation in activities.
* Support residents at mealtimes including preparing, serving, and feeding if necessary.
* Monitor and record the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of residents, reporting any changes to senior staff.
* Administer or assist with medication as per care plan and training (if trained and required).
* Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic living environment in line with infection prevention and control measures.
* Assist with laundry, cleaning duties, and ensuring residents rooms are well-maintained and personalised.
* Work closely with other staff and professionals to deliver high-quality care and meet residents' individual needs.
* Respect and promote residents choices, privacy, dignity, and independence.
* Maintain accurate documentation and complete care records in line with company policies and procedures.
Requirements:
* Previous experience in a care or support role.
* NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
* Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
* Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
* MAPA/PMVA Trainings.
Desirable:
* Experience supporting individuals with dementia, physical disabilities, or sensory impairments.
* Medication administration training (e.g., MAR/EMAR systems).
* Manual handling and First Aid training.
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