Health Care Worker

Nesscare Ltd
  • Title Health Care Worker
  • Setting Clients Home
  • Role Carer / Support Worker
  • Salary £12.48 to £14.00 per hour
  • Hours Full Time or Part Time
  • Location Windermere, Cumbria

Job Summary

Date posted: 4 April 2025
  • Job Reference: Homecare

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join Nesscare as a Healthcare Assistant and become part of a team that delivers compassionate care every day! Healthcare assistant job description mostly outlines the responsibilities, qualifications, and skills required for a caregiver role. This
position involves providing assistance to adults, including elderly individuals or those with disabilities, in activities of daily living, personal care, and general well-being.


Job Title: Health Care Assistant
Job Location: Kendal, Windermere, Ambleside
Job Type: [Full-Time/Part-Time]
Job Summary: As a Healthcare Assistant at Nesscare, you will play a vital role in supporting patients well-being, assist with daily living needs, activities, personal care, medication management, and overall support to ensure the well-being of individuals under their care.
Your primary responsibility is to deliver compassionate care, ensure comfort, and assist healthcare professionals in providing the best possible outcomes.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistants to provide high-quality care to adults, including the elderly or those with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
Personal Care Assistance:
Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene routines.
Help with toileting and incontinence care.
Provide mobility assistance, including transferring patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa.
Meal Preparation and Feeding:
Prepare nutritious meals based on dietary needs.
Assist with feeding if necessary.
Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
Follow care plans and instructions from healthcare professionals.
Comply with health and safety guidelines and infection control protocols.
Medication Management:
Remind clients to take their prescribed medications.
Ensure medications are taken according to the prescribed schedule.
Document medication intake as required.
Companionship:
Engage in social activities to reduce feelings of isolation, including conversation, playing games, or
participating in hobbies.
Provide emotional support to clients.
Household Support:
Perform light housekeeping duties such as cleaning, laundry, and organization to maintain a
comfortable living environment.
Assist with shopping and running errands as needed.
Health Monitoring:
Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.
Observe and report any changes in the client’s health or behaviour to the healthcare team.
Communication:
Maintain regular communication with family members, healthcare providers, and supervisors.
Document care activities and report any issues or concerns promptly.

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Essential Skills for a Care Worker Compassion & Empathy – Understanding and caring for clients' emotional and physical well-being. Communication Skills – Clear verbal and written communication with clients
  • families
  • and healthcare professionals. Patience & Resilience – Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations. Teamwork & Independence – Working well with colleagues while also managing responsibilities independently. Observation & Attention to Detail – Noticing changes in a client’s condition and responding accordingly. Basic Medical Knowledge – Understanding of hygiene
  • infection control
  • first aid
  • and medication assistance. Qualifications for a Care Worker Entry-Level (No Formal Qualifications Needed) • Some care roles
  • like support workers or home care assistants
  • require only on-the-job training and a caring nature. • Employers may provide training in safeguarding
  • moving & handling
  • and first aid.