Care Assistant Glasgow, Scotland
Lanam Healthcare Ltd
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland
10.5 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description
Lanam Healthcare are sourcing motivated and dedicated individuals who wish to join our exceptionally hardworking team.
We are offering;
Shift Pattern: Days and Nights
Hourly Rate: £10.50 per hour
Responsibilities of the Care Assistant
- To provide personal care and support to Clients with a wide range of needs, illnesses and disabilities
- To know and understand the care and support of the Client
- To undertake the tasks detailed in the Client’s care and support plan using a person centred approach and in the least intrusive way
- To encourage the independence and motivation of the Client and not foster dependent behaviour
- To assist Clients getting up in the morning and going to bed at night
- To assist Clients to wash, bath and shower
- To assist Clients to dress and undress
- To assist Clients to look after their skin, teeth, hair and nails
- To assist Clients with toileting, continence management and personal hygiene
- To assist Clients with their medication at the agreed level of support and as detailed in their Medication Care Needs Assessment
- To prepare food and drink for the Client, being aware of the Client’s choice, likes/dislikes, nutritional needs and cultural requirements
- To provide light general household domestic duties, including housework and laundry, as detailed in the care plan.
- To use manual handling equipment safely and correctly
- To take responsibility for the safe handling of property and equipment belonging to the Client
- To maintain good communication and develop effective working relationships with Clients
- To provide companionship to the Client, actively talking and listening to them about their interests
- To help the Client to maintain contact with their family and friends
- To accompany the Client on trips into the community
- To assist the Client to manage their personal affairs
- To ensure as safe as possible the living environment for the Client, whilst
Requirements of the Care Assistant
- Registered/or willing to register with SSSC
The general philosophy and aim of the Home is to provide a warm, caring, supportive environment for our residents and their relatives. insisting that all interventions are carried out in a respectful manner and that privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: £10.50 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Glasgow, Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
