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At our nursing home, we take pride in creating a warm and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and respected. Our dedicated team ... Role: Health Care Assistant, Category: Health & Social Care
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At our nursing home, we take pride in creating a warm and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and respected. Our dedicated team works every day to ensure that older people receive the best possible care, with kindness and professionalism at the heart of everything we do. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a central role in supporting residents’ daily lives, making sure their needs are met with compassion and dignity. We believe in teamwork, ongoing learning, and building strong relationships with both residents and colleagues. This is an opportunity to join a caring community where your work truly makes a difference.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Caring for older people is about more than routine support – it is about building trust and providing consistent, meaningful care. As a Healthcare Assistant in our nursing home, you will support residents in all aspects of daily living while ensuring their dignity and independence are respected. You will also work closely with nurses and other team members to provide holistic and person-centered care.
Assist residents with personal care such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
Communicate warmly and clearly with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
Follow individual care plans and accurately record residents’ daily activities and progress.
Observe residents’ conditions, reporting any changes to the nursing team.
Support the team by maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
Required Skills and Knowledge
This role requires empathy, patience, and strong communication skills, alongside a genuine desire to support older people. You will need to demonstrate the ability to follow care plans, work as part of a team, and respond with sensitivity to residents’ needs. With a positive and caring approach, you will make a real difference in residents’ lives each day.
Provide personal care with dignity and respect, including assistance with hygiene, meals, and dressing.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, and colleagues in a supportive manner.
Follow care plans and record daily activities accurately and responsibly.
Recognize and respond to residents’ physical, social, and emotional needs.
Work as a reliable and collaborative member of a multidisciplinary team.
For non-EEA Nationals, eligibility and requirements for an employment permit apply.