Job details
- Salary£13.45 per hour
- RoleCarer / Care Assistant / Care Support Worker
- HoursTemporary / Cover
- LocationDeeside, Flintshire
- Job Referencebank
Job Summary
Job Summary:
As a Care Assistant in a residential care home, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to elderly residents, including those with dementia or physical disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, help maintain a safe and comfortable environment, and promote residents' independence, dignity, and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
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Assist with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment (e.g., hoists, wheelchairs).
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Support residents with meals and hydration, including feeding where necessary.
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Administer or assist with medication (if trained and authorised).
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Engage residents in meaningful activities and social interaction.
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Monitor and report changes in residents' health or behaviour to senior staff.
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Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
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Ensure care is delivered in line with individual care plans and home policies.
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Comply with health and safety regulations, infection control, and safeguarding procedures.
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Support residents’ emotional and psychological well-being.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and family members.
