The role of our Care Assistants is to work within our care teams to create a comfortable and caring environment which enables residents to flourish and to be as independent as possible, whilst also working within the natural limitations and boundaries of the resident’s care needs.Our Care Assistants contribute to the keeping of accurate records in all aspects of their role and are expected to act as team members, answering enquiries from visitors, relatives and professional bodies relating to the care of the residents, and ensuring that any enquiries or tasks beyond their knowledge or capability are passed on to the person in charge.Central to this role is:Care that always ensures the dignity, respect and enablement of all people that use our serviceYou must also be:Committed to working within the frameworks set out by NISCC and the RQIA in a manner which underpins the Company’s values, policies and procedures.receptive to ongoing training and demonstrate a desire to invest time and effort in your own personal developmentMaintain resident, staff and business confidentiality at all times. This is inclusive of social media.
Responsibilities
* Assisting with the personal care of residents including feeding, washing, bathing, dressing and toileting of residents
* Promoting social, self-help and everyday living skills
* Ensuring that all residents retain their privacy and dignity as far as possible
* Appropriately supervising residents to ensure their safety at all times
* Ensuring that all untoward incidents, e.g. falls, accidents, complaints etc, relating to residents are reported to the Senior-in-Charge
* Assisting with the serving of food/drinks to residents as required
* Making and changing beds and ensure that bedrooms are clean and tidy
* Ensuring that all equipment used by residents is cleaned and maintained
Skills and Qualifications
* Previous experience of caring for others either as a Care Assistant or lead carer for family members or relatives
* A team player who can work effectively as a key member of a care team which is focused on delivering excellence
* The ability to comply with NISCC registration requirements and satisfy the requirements of an Enhanced Access NI check
* NVQ2 in Health & Social Care, related area or equivalent or higher recognised qualification.
* A genuine interest and passion for working with people with various care needs and making a positive difference to all aspects of their daily living experience
Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025
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