Overview
Health Care Assistant – Burnham-on-Sea, UK
Industry: Healthcare
Remote/Onsite: Must be onsite
Experience Required: Not provided
Education Required: Not essential
Required Skills
- Care
Job Summary
Health Care Assistants Reports to: Senior Health Care Assistants
Salary: £12.48 per hour
Hours: 40.25 hours
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents by providing high-quality care and fostering a compassionate, respectful environment. If you are passionate about helping others and have the skills and experience to succeed in a care setting, we encourage you to apply.
Purpose
To provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents, supporting their daily living activities, maintaining their dignity, and ensuring their well-being in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements. This role involves assisting residents with personal care, maintaining accurate care records, supporting care plan implementation, and fostering a positive environment through effective communication and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Support the implementation of individualised care plans to meet each resident’s specific needs and preferences.
- Assist with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
- Support residents with dementia, mental health issues, and behaviours that may challenge, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate challenging situations.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the continuity of care.
- Report changes in residents’ conditions to the supervising nurse or manager, ensuring accurate, up-to-date care records.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to care plan updates, addressing any concerns or changes in care requirements.
- Maintain accurate and timely care records using electronic care note systems (training provided).
- Ensure that all care plans, policies, and procedures are followed and kept up to date.
- Attend regular training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in healthcare practices, ensuring training remains current.
- Be proactive in maintaining and expanding skills and qualifications, including Social Care Level 3 and other relevant certifications.
- Encourage social interaction and engagement to promote residents’ emotional well-being.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of residents, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Ensure that care is delivered in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining the highest standard of care at all times.
Requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly document care provided and communicate effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates a caring, empathetic, and patient approach when supporting individuals, especially those with dementia or challenging behaviours.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities efficiently.
- Ability to handle complex situations with good judgment, demonstrating problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to care.
- High attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and following care plans to ensure quality care and compliance.
- Experience working with residents who exhibit challenging behaviours, applying appropriate techniques for their support and care.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification. (Desirable)
- At least one year of experience working in a care home or home care setting.
- Familiarity with electronic care note-taking apps or similar systems for record-keeping.
- Experience working in a high-pressure environment, where quick decision-making and adaptability are required.
- Knowledge of relevant healthcare and social care legislation, including local authority regulations and commissioning processes.
- Understanding and adherence to the organization’s policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure safe and effective care delivery.
- Act as an ambassador for the organization at all times, reflecting the values and standards of Elborough in all interactions.
- Willingness to learn and develop, ensuring skills and qualifications are kept up to date.
- A strong sense of respect for the dignity and independence of individuals, ensuring care is always delivered in a person-centred manner.
