Back to search
Location -Roman Hill, Lowestoft (NR32)
Key Responsibilities:
Personal Care:
- Assist with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Support clients with mobility, helping them move safely around their environment.
Health Monitoring:
- Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Observe and report any changes in a clients health or behavior to senior staff or healthcare professionals.
Medication Support:
- Assist with the administration of medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Ensure that medication is taken correctly and on time.
Meal Preparation:
- Prepare and serve meals, taking into account special dietary needs and preferences.
- Assist clients with eating and drinking if required.
Household Tasks:
- Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and tidying up living spaces.
- Assist with shopping and running errands as needed.
Emotional and Social Support:
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging them in conversation and activities.
- Help clients participate in social activities, both within the care setting and in the wider community.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of care provided, including daily logs, incident reports, and care plans.
- Communicate effectively with other members of the care team to ensure continuity of care.
Adherence to Care Plans:
- Follow individual care plans tailored to each clients specific needs and preferences.
- Adapt care approaches based on feedback from clients and healthcare professionals.
Skills Required:
- Compassion and Empathy: Ability to understand and respond to the emotional and physical needs of clients with sensitivity and care.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
- Patience and Resilience: Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations, providing support with a positive attitude.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous in following care plans, administering medication, and maintaining records.
- Physical Stamina: Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and assisting clients with mobility.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Training: Completion of mandatory training in areas such as safeguarding, first aid, moving and handling, and infection control.
- Experience: Previous experience in a care setting is often preferred but not always required. Many care assistants receive on-the-job training.
- Certification: Holding a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous and may be required for certain positions.
Working Conditions:
- Environment: Care assistants work in various settings, including care homes, residential facilities, and private homes.
- Shifts: The role may involve working shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the care environment.
- Supervision: Care assistants often work under the supervision of senior care staff, nurses, or care home managers.
Career Progression:
- With experience and further training, care assistants can progress to more senior roles such as Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, or Care Home Manager.
- Opportunities for specialization in areas such as dementia care or palliative care are also available.
