Health Care Assistant

SAP Care Services Ltd
  • Title Health Care Assistant
  • Setting Clients Home
  • Role Carer / Support Worker
  • Salary £11.50 to £13.50 per hour
  • Hours Full Time
  • Location Redhill, Surrey

Job Summary

Date posted: 23 February 2025
  • Job Reference: ref homecare.co.uk

Requirements:

  • Possess a full driving license.
  • Have access to a car with business insurance coverage that can be used for work-related purposes.

Role Specific Duties:

  • Prioritise the well-being and individual preferences of Service Users, ensuring their needs are at the center of care delivery.
  • Contribute to the efficient operation of the service.
  • Support Service Users in maintaining their local community connections and relationships.
  • Follow Care Plans and adhere to guidelines for supporting Service Users.
  • Report any changes in the needs of Service Users promptly to the Field Care Supervisor.

Working with Others:

  • Cultivate effective working relationships with fellow employees at Sap Care Services.
  • Collaborate with members of multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Service Users.

Leading by Example:

  • Actively seek personal and professional growth opportunities.
  • Serve as a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service.
  • Maintain a professional, courteous, and reasonable demeanor at all times.

Personal Responsibilities:

  • Familiarise yourself with the regulatory framework governing the service, including the role of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and their requirements.
  • Commit to acquiring the relevant qualifications commensurate with your role.
  • Attend statutory training and any additional training as directed by management.
  • Comprehend and strictly follow all policies and procedures relevant to your role.
  • Embrace learning opportunities with an open mindset.

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Empathy
  • Communication
  • Patience
  • Active Listening
  • Problem Solving
  • Flexible
  • Reliable
  • Medication Management
  • Personal Care
  • Documentation
  • Time Management
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Teamwork
  • First Aid (CPR)
  • Continual Learning
  • Conflict Resolution