Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.45 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Comprehensive training and opportunities for career development. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Halton, Runcorn |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HANDD RECRUITMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 32501 |
Summary
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals, enabling them to live comfortably and independently. As a Care Assistant, you will assist with daily tasks, promote well-being, and ensure the dignity and respect of those in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Personal Care:
- Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Support mobility and physical needs, including help with transferring and positioning.
2. Daily Living Support:
- Help with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration.
- Assist with household tasks, such as cleaning and laundry.
- Accompany clients to appointments or social activities as needed.
3. Emotional and Social Support:
- Provide companionship and emotional reassurance.
- Encourage participation in activities to enhance mental and emotional well-being.
4. Monitoring and Reporting:
- Observe and report any changes in health or behavior to the appropriate supervisor.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of care provided.
5. Compliance and Safety:
- Follow care plans and ensure all activities align with health and safety regulations.
- Adhere to confidentiality and safeguarding policies.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Prior experience in a care role is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
- A caring, patient, and empathetic nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of health and safety protocols.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements:
- A valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
- Care Certificate, not necessary though, but willingness to obtain one.
- Existing DBS Check
- Proof of the right to work in this country.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals, enabling them to live comfortably and independently. As a Care Assistant, you will assist with daily tasks, promote well-being, and ensure the dignity and respect of those in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Personal Care:
- Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Support mobility and physical needs, including help with transferring and positioning.
2. Daily Living Support:
- Help with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration.
- Assist with household tasks, such as cleaning and laundry.
- Accompany clients to appointments or social activities as needed.
3. Emotional and Social Support:
- Provide companionship and emotional reassurance.
- Encourage participation in activities to enhance mental and emotional well-being.
4. Monitoring and Reporting:
- Observe and report any changes in health or behavior to the appropriate supervisor.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of care provided.
5. Compliance and Safety:
- Follow care plans and ensure all activities align with health and safety regulations.
- Adhere to confidentiality and safeguarding policies.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Prior experience in a care role is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
- A caring, patient, and empathetic nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of health and safety protocols.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements:
- A valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
- Care Certificate, not necessary though, but willingness to obtain one.
- Existing DBS Check
- Proof of the right to work in this country.