To ensure that each resident receives assistance with all elements of their personal care to include washing, dressing and assisting residents in all aspects of daily living as required. To assist the residents with their toileting needs, including continence promotion.

Ensure the highest standard of holistic care and attention are given the residents in the home.

Act as a key worker for a designated number of residents within the Care Home environment. Contribute to the care planning process, accurately completing all necessary records.

To participate with the team for continual monitoring of each resident’s health needs. To include appropriate liaison with senior staff.

To ensure resident’s choice and independence is respected and have knowledge of resident’s risk management plans.

Assist in serving meals and drinks to residents particularly those who require help with feeding.

Participate and encourage residents to participate in recreational activities and help provide physical and mental stimulation for residents.

Give a daily report to the person in charge at the end of each shift concerning the care delivered to your designated residents noting any changes.

To ensure that daily reports are comprehensive, accurate and up to date.

To escort residents to hospital out – patient’s appointments as required.

To help with the admission and discharge of residents, including listing of
Resident’s property/clothing.

Assist in weighing of residents.

Help support and develop new and less experienced Care Assistants

Assist with social functions within the home.

Be responsible for the health and safety of self, other staff, residents and visitors under the Health and Safety regulations. Report any hazards or potential hazards to the person in charge.

Report immediately to the person in charge, any accident or incident, which may occur to a resident or a member of staff.

To attend staff meetings on a regular basis.

Maintain confidentiality of information regarding residents, visitors and staff.

Attend all statutory training sessions making certain that practices reflect the learning outcomes of the training.