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JOB TITLE:

Care Assistant

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Senior Carer, Floor Co-ordinator, Deputy Manager

Purpose of position

To assist in the day to day running of the home and operate as an effective member of the team

· Demonstrate good working practices at all times

· Ensure that the privacy and dignity of Residents is upheld at all times

· To communicate effectively with all residents and their representatives and report to the Senior as required

· To maintain good communication with other members of the team and the Senior through regular updates

· To ensure good documentation in the Care Plan and if necessary the handover sheet.

Qualifications/Knowledge

· Possess accreditation at SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Social Care or related subject

· Experience of working with the elderly or those with care needs

Key Responsibilities

· To demonstrate best working practice in every aspect of the highest standard care delivery to all residents

· To ensure that the Care Plans are completed with accuracy each shift, and that documentation is clear and precise.

· To monitor the residents nutritional and fluid intake status and report any concerns to the Senior or Deputy.

· Perform all care duties ensuring accordance with Infection Control and Health & Safety policies

· Maintain a safe environment for residents and staff by reporting any potential hazards identified

· Report all incidents or accidents immediately to senior staff and complete appropriate paperwork

· Accompany residents attending hospital appointments etc when needed

· Attend all staff meetings and statutory training sessions as requested

· Where needed, orientate and assist any new Care staff

· Maintain total confidentiality at all times

· Read and adhere to all Care Home policies

· Be a role model for all care staff by displaying loyalty, flexibility and willingness to adapt to change where needed

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 12-24 per week

Salary: £11.04 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekends only

COVID-19 considerations:
Appropriate PPE worn at all times.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Aberdeen, AB15 7UB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Have you had all the Covid vaccinations?
• Are you available to work Saturday and Sunday?

Experience:

• Care: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person