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Care AssistantinAcacia Lodge Care HomeinAcacia Lodge Care HomePUBLISHED WED 11 DEC 2024

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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.Follow Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives every day through compassionate care.
Access to a comprehensive induction and training program, ensuring confidence and competence in the role.
Working in a supportive and inspiring environment that values respect, compassion, and teamwork.
Ability to contribute to the continuity of care, becoming an integral part of a dedicated care team.
Flexibility in responsibilities, allowing for a varied and dynamic work experience.
Chance to develop a career in elderly care with opportunities for learning and advancement within Avery Healthcare.
Being part of a close-knit team in a luxury care home setting, enhancing job satisfaction and community spirit.
Avery Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for Acacia Lodge Care Home, where the focus is on providing high-quality personal care to elderly residents. The role involves assisting with personal hygiene, recognizing clinical risks, and ensuring residents' dignity and individuality while fostering a supportive environment. Candidates will benefit from a comprehensive induction and training program to build confidence in their responsibilities.

The ideal applicant should embody values of caring, honesty, and respect, and possess effective communication skills. While previous experience is not necessary, a willingness to learn and adapt is essential. Avery Healthcare prides itself on creating enriching experiences for both residents and staff, making it a desirable workplace for those passionate about elderly care.
Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives every day through compassionate care.
Access to a comprehensive induction and training program, ensuring confidence and competence in the role.
Working in a supportive and inspiring environment that values respect, compassion, and teamwork.
Ability to contribute to the continuity of care, becoming an integral part of a dedicated care team.
Flexibility in responsibilities, allowing for a varied and dynamic work experience.
Chance to develop a career in elderly care with opportunities for learning and advancement within Avery Healthcare.
Being part of a close-knit team in a luxury care home setting, enhancing job satisfaction and community spirit.

Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
 


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