Care Assistant

Job summary

To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents with mental health needs, promoting dignity, independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. The Care Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure residents receive compassionate and professional care in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Support residents with daily living activities while encouraging independence wherever possible.
• Build positive and therapeutic relationships with residents, promoting emotional wellbeing and social engagement.
• Observe, monitor, and report any changes in residents' physical, mental, or emotional health to nursing staff.
• Support residents with meals, hydration, and nutrition in accordance with care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation as required.
• Participate in recreational and therapeutic activities that enhance residents' quality of life.
• Ensure residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns regarding resident welfare.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.
• Comply with all health and safety, infection control, confidentiality, and medication policies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, families, and visitors.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a care setting.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and person-centred care principles.
• Understanding of mental health recovery and wellbeing approaches.

Working Conditions

• Shift 8am - 8pm, 1 hour break, includes working weekends, and bank holidays.
• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks in accordance with training.
• Participation in mandatory training and ongoing professional development.
• Attend 2 day paid Induction

Equal Opportunities

The Nursing Home is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

Must be willing to have DBS check and 2 references