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Care Assistant/ Support Worker
- blackburn, lancashire, BB0, United Kingdom
- Temporary·On-site
Job Description
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Job Title
Care Assistant / Support Worker
Role OverviewWe are looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Care Assistants and Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals in care homes and community settings.
Key Responsibilities- Provide person-centred care while promoting dignity, privacy and independence.
- Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and continence care.
- Support with mobility, transfers and use of moving and handling equipment.
- Assist with meals and drinks and promote good nutrition and hydration.
- Support with medication where appropriately trained and authorised.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Support individuals with dementia, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and other care needs.
- Encourage participation in activities and community engagement.
- Monitor and report changes in health, behaviour, mood or wellbeing.
- Identify and report concerns such as falls, pressure damage, safeguarding issues or deterioration in health.
- Follow care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures and company policies.
- Complete accurate daily care records and handover information.
- Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
- Work professionally with colleagues, families and other healthcare professionals
- Previous UK care experience is preferred.
- Caring, compassionate and patient approach.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual and flexible.
- Right to Work in the UK.
- Relevant care training is desirable.
- DBS check required.
- Flexible shift opportunities.
- Opportunities to work across different care settings.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Support from our dedicated team. xwwtmva
- Opportunities for regular and ad-hoc shifts.
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