* Full Time
* permanent
* 33 hours
We’re on the lookout for a Carer to join the team at Lavender Hills Care Home.
Role Overview:
As a Carer, you will support the home in delivering the highest standards of person‑centred care preserving the dignity, respect and wellbeing of our residents at all times.
Experience working in a health and social care setting is preferred, however, this is not essential.
Role Specific Duties:
* Ensure that residents are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences are taken into consideration to enhance their wellbeing.
* Understand personal care planning and take responsibility for all aspects of care where required.
* Contribute to the efficient running of the home at all times.
* Support residents to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community.
* Ensure the highest standard of individualised person‑centred care and attention is given to all residents, treating them with dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
* Support and assist residents with personal care such as washing and dressing.
* Administer daily medicines in line with GP instructions and liaise with the Nurse in charge once completed.
* Undertake minor medical duties such as oral hygiene, application of topical creams, skin integrity checks, catheter care and end‑of‑life care.
* Ensure, along with the wider team, that all residents' needs – medical, physical, social and emotional – are being met.
* Promote and safeguard the welfare of the residents we support.
Working with Others:
* Develop effective working relationships with other employees and support and develop new and less experienced members of the team.
* Attend daily clinical meetings arranged by the nurse in charge.
* Attend and participate in team meetings.
* Inform the Nurse in charge promptly of any changes in residents' needs.
* Maintain and develop relationships with residents, their families, friends and other visitors to the home.
* Be responsible for the health and safety of yourself as well as others in the home under the Health and Safety regulations, reporting any hazards promptly.
Leading by Example:
* Seek opportunities for professional and personal growth and development.
* Be a role model for other members of the team and an ambassador for the service.
* Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times.
* Provide a warm welcome to all new residents, team members and all visitors, familiarising them with the home.
Personal and Professional Development:
* Attend statutory training and any other training as directed while being open to learning opportunities.
* Have a basic knowledge of CQC and the fundamental standards.
* Adhere to all of Millennium Care UK Ltd.’s policies and procedures.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Millennium Care is dedicated to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is essential for fostering creativity, innovation and success.
Millennium Care is committed to providing equal opportunities, creating an inclusive culture while promoting equitable practices.
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