Health Care Assistant

Currently only accepting applicants who have resided in the UK for 3 years minimum Crossgate Care Home is seeking to recruit a Care Assistant to join our team and provide care and support to residents living within our Home. The role of a Care Assistant is to give direct patient care as directed by a trained nurse and support the resident in his/her plan of care. Duties will include but are not limited to: Assist residents with all aspects of personal care e.g. washing and dressing Assist residents with mobility - including moving and handling equipment Assist residents with eating and drinking, communication and joining in social activities Complete all documentation as requested by the manager/nurse Maintain a clean and safe environment within the nursing home Ensure all policies and guidelines are followed by all staff members Act as a mentor to all new care assistants and ensure they are working to their role Attend all in-house and external training as required Report any issues or changes in a resident's condition to the nurse in charge Qualities we look for in our carers: Flexible Reliable Good written and verbal communication skills Caring and compassionate Willing to learn new skills Work independently and as part of a team Approachable Ability to prioritise workload Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay:

£12.10 per hour Expected hours:

22 – 44 per week Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Schedule: 12 hour shift Application question: Have you checked that you are able to attend work at the care home in relation to the distance from your home? Experience: Care home: 1 year (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (preferred) Work Location:

In person

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