AddressJOB TITLE Care Assistant
REPORTING TO Registered Nurse/ Home Manager
JOB PURPOSE To assist in the provision of a high standard of physical, emotional and spiritual care to
residents.
To contribute to the efficient running of the Care Home
Introduction
This Job Description is intended to provide a clear framework for the job holder and their manager to guide them in the
requirements of the job.
It indicates only the main responsibilities and competencies of the post.
It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks, procedures and policies. It is the job holder’s responsibility to ensure that
they are familiar with all procedures and policies relevant to the job.
Overview of Main Responsibilities (What the job involves)
Care of Residents Ensure that a high standard of care is provided and maintained by supporting residents
in all aspects of their care and daily living, including physical, emotional and spiritual
needs.
Assist in care planning demonstrating an understanding of person-centred care.
Participate in providing a stimulating environment for residents.
Promote holistic care for residents
Assist in bathing and dressing of residents respecting dignity
Assist residents at mealtimes
Knowledge of manual handling / correct use of hoists
Follow guidelines of SOVA
Promptly answer residents call buzzer
Engaging with Provide a high standard of customer service and care to relatives of residents.
Relatives
Build effective relationships with relatives in order to support the delivery of high quality
care to residents.
Working with Work collaboratively and as part of a team with all colleagues in order to maintain the
colleagues quality of care and smooth running of the Home.
Assist colleagues in their duties where necessary in order to deliver the best level of
care and service.
Professional To be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Home.
Responsibility
To be familiar with Gold Standard framework
To be familiar with the staff handbook
Maintain professional competence and knowledge.
Complete the relevant documentation required in relation to the care of Residents.
Raise any issues of concern to supervisory staff.
To be responsible for completing time sheet and respecting working time directive
Attend mandatory training as directed by Line Manager
Relevant Competencies (How the job needs to be done)
Performance Focus Get on with the job in hand and focus on what is important.
Act in such a way as to ensure that delivering quality care is at the heart of everything
that is done.
A commitment to work at all times to the highest standard possible, meeting or
exceeding what is required.
Communication At all times to communicate with residents, relatives and colleagues in a constructive
and respectful manner.
Ask questions and take time to listen to others in order to understand their point of
view.
Use positive and appropriate communication language and methods
Working with Others Work with and willingly co-operate with others
Build effective and trusting relationships with colleagues
Understand how colleagues in different roles work together to deliver care
Planning and Maintain a level of personal organisation conducive to completing tasks in an efficient
Organisation manner.
Organise resources, documentation and materials systematically
Undertake regular development activities including on the job, mandatory training,
relevant courses and qualifications
Professional and Maintain a focus on personal development, endeavouring to become better at doing the
Personal Experience job.
Experience of working in a care environment
NVQ2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care.
Notes
This Job Description may be reviewed and amended from time to time to meet operational requirements. Any changes will be
confirmed in writing.
The job holder shares responsibility with Mission Care for making suggestions to improve the effectiveness of the post.
