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Care Assistant

Nurse Seekers
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 7BG

Salary

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are seeking a Health Care Assistant to join our client in Stevenage, working in the community.
  • The role involves maintaining the personal care of clients, ensuring high-quality standards, and assisting with their care needs.
  • Candidates should have experience working in a care setting and possess an NVQ level 2 in health and social care.
  • The position offers a salary of £11.50 per hour, and applicants should have at least one year of relevant experience.
  • An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required, and candidates must be able to travel independently to clients.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our client in Stevenage and work in the community. Apply Now and become part of a committed and caring team that deliver high quality patient care.

Role Profile

  • To work as part of a team to maintain the personal care of clients, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence
  • To ensure that care services are consistently provided to a high-quality standard
  • To Assist with the care of the client

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

  • To work as part of an efficient team and to contribute to the smooth running of the Service
  • To continue professional development through attending and contributing to internal or external training and development, meetings and supervisions
  • To maintain confidentiality regarding all issues and information relating to clients.

Functional

  • To support client’s personal development regarding independence, acquiring skills, asserting rights and choices
  • To actively engage with clients in conversation or other forms of communication of their choice
  • To support clients personal care needs
  • To administer and manage medication, after training
  • To support client’s general physical needs including mobility, to assist in the use and care of equipment and aids
  • To read and write reports and take part in training activities as directed

Communication

  • Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to accurately complete care plans and maintain up to date information
  • Maintain good relationships and an empathetic and professional approach to clients and relatives

Knowledge

  • Experience of working in a care setting involving vulnerable people
  • Well-developed time management skills with the ability to work under pressure
  • Take a pro-active approach to consulting and involving others in the decision-making process as appropriate
  • Knowledge of food hygiene preparation or a willingness to learn

Other

  • Must be able to get independently to the clients.
  • Must follow the care routines to ensure that the client receives the correct care.
  • Must be able to write and converse adequately in English.
  • Drivers must have business insurance if using their cars to assist clients in accessing the community.

Qualifications – NVQ level 2 in health and social care

Please note: An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this position

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.