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Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Care Home
Reports to: Senior Care Assistant / Care Home Manager
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met, while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Personal Care & Support
* Assist residents with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
* Support with mobility, including using hoists, wheelchairs, and other aids.
* Assist residents with eating and drinking, ensuring nutritional needs are met.
* Medication & Clinical Support
* Safely administer prescribed medication in line with care home policies and procedures.
* Maintain accurate medication records and report any concerns immediately.
* Ensure compliance with medication administration training and standards.
* Health, Safety & Behaviour Support
* Observe and report any changes in residents health or wellbeing to senior staff.
* Apply PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) or MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) techniques appropriately when required to maintain safety.
* Follow safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety procedures at all times.
* Emotional & Social Care
* Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
* Encourage participation in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
* Support residents in maintaining relationships with family and friends.
* Record Keeping & Communication
* Accurately document care provided and maintain up-to-date records.
* Contribute to and follow residents care plans.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and families.
Skills & Qualities Required:
* Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to handle challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
* Reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering quality care.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Previous experience working in a care home or similar care setting.
* Experience in medication administration (essential).
* PMVA or MAPA certification (essential).
* NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, manual handling, and first aid is desirable.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
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Other
* Industries
Individual and Family Services
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