Job details
- Salary £12.21 to £12.50 per hour £12.21- £12.50 per hour
- Role Carer / Care Assistant / Care Support Worker
- Hours Full Time
- Location Skelmersdale, Lancashire
- Job Reference Night Care Assistant
Job summary
Job Summary
The Spinney Nursing Home are seeking a dedicated and
compassionate Night Care Assistant to join our team. The ideal
candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to
individuals in a home care setting or care home. You will be
responsible for assisting residents with daily living activities,
ensuring their comfort and well-being, and supporting their
independence. Strong communication skills in English are essential for
effectively interacting with residents and their families.
Duties
- Assist residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Support residents with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as required, adhering to any specific dietary needs outlined in care plans.
- Maintain accurate records of residents care and report any changes in health or behaviour to the supervising staff.
- Engage residents in social activities to promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being.
- Support residents to appointments or social outings as needed, ensuring they arrive safely.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement effective care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, following all health and safety regulations.
Skills / Qualifications:
- A genuine passion for caring for others
- Good communication
- Team work skills
- Reliability and a positive attuite
- Previous experience in care is desirable but not essential as full training is provided.