Care Assistant (Scale 2)

Who You Are

You are an effective communicator with interpersonal skills, both oral and written. Experience in a residential or community care setting with people with disabilities is beneficial. You have an understanding of health and safety issues, risk assessments, and the rights and needs of people with a disability. You are committed to undertaking training and capable of working both on own initiative and as part of a team.

What the job involves

The role involves supporting adults with care and support needs. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, facilitating social and therapeutic activities, participating in domestic tasks, reporting and recording significant events, maintaining care plans, administering medication, attending staff meetings, and maintaining health and safety standards. The position requires regular surveillance and observation of service users and premises.

Skills

• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Understanding of disability rights
• Care planning experience
• Teamwork
• Flexibility and initiative
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Problem-solving abilities