To share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of clients in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence. Care provided by care assistants provides and coordinates individualized care and resources to elderly, disabled and others so that they may continue to live in their homes and in the community.
The support package may include transportation, outreach on local transport to attend appointments, shopping or accessing the community. House cleaning (minimal), personal hygiene, providing meals, and other health and wellness related activities. It will not include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse. Only when trained to do so would care workers undertake any specialist tasks.
The main duties and responsibilities of the role are:
To assist clients with all personal care needs including, undressing, washing, bathing and toileting needs.
To follow the care plan.
To assist clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use and care of aids and personal equipment.
To support and care for clients who require End of Life Support
To engage in the promotion of mental and physical well-being of clients through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies, and recreations.
To make and change beds and all domestic tasks within the household.
Where required, to assist with client’s laundry.
Update, maintain current, accurate, confidential records for each client.
To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.
To always comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures, which includes the client’s care plan and medication needs.
To report to the registered manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.
All staff are required to attend mandatory training where appropriate; this includes induction and National Vocational Qualifications or their equivalent.
To enable and assist clients to maintain on a day-to-day basis as much autonomy and independence as possible.
To support and assist clients in identifying risks and recording the support plan which minimizes and manages the identified risk
Identify and escalate any concerns, changes or Client needs to the relevant Walfinch Manager.
Record & escalate appropriately all decisions which relate to clients who lack capacity.
Involve and consult with the relevant Walfinch Manager to ensure that the client’s views are expressed and acted upon.
Attend reviews of care as appropriate.
Update and continually improve practice by a mutually agreed method which may include attendance at staff meetings, learning support briefings and one-to-one supervision.
Take responsibility in conjunction with the line manager for identifying further learning.
Be aware of requirements regarding codes of practice and relevant codes of conduct where appropriate issued by professional bodies.
Understand the requirement of the New Fundamental Standard Regulations 9 – 20, in relation to the Care Quality Commission Inspect regime and its importance to your workplace practice.
Promote good practice and be vigilant in recognising and reporting practice which does not meet the defined standard.
To assist and contribute to any regulatory body inspection or monitoring visit.
To always act, to safeguard clients from any form of abuse and to report such concerns immediately.
Training:Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective. Upon completion of this 12 Month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Adult care worker (level 2) Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Walfinch Watford & Hemel Hempstead is owned by Saumya Mishra, who has been bringing outstanding, quality care to the local community since January 2025. Within the Walfinch Watford & Hemel Hempstead team, we pride ourselves on understanding your individual situation and tailor our care packages to best support you to thrive. Working Hours :Shifts TBCSkills: Attention to Detail,Customer Care Skills,Initative,....Read more...
Purpose of Position To share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of clients in a way that maintains and respects their dignity and promotes their independence. Care provided by care assistants is expected to include care that would reasonably be given by members of the client's family. Our care does not include tasks expected to be undertaken by a trained nurse.
Principal Responsibilities:
To assist our clients who need help with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, showering, bathing, oral hygiene and the toilet
To help clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use and care of aids and personal equipment
To care for clients who are temporarily sick and needing
To help care for clients who are dying
To help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of clients through talking to them
To make and change beds; tidy rooms; do light cleaning and empty and clean commodes
To set tables and trays; serve meals; feed clients who need help; prepare light meals and wash up; tidy and clear the dining room
To read and write reports and take part in staff and client meetings and in training activities as directed
If required, to assist or administer prescribed medication and creams
To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required
To comply with the agency's guidelines and policies at all times
To report to the agency manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client
To encourage our clients to remain as independent as possible
Training:Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective. Upon completion of this 12 Month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Adult care worker (level 2) Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:
There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:We are a family owned and run business, and believe that we bring our family ethos and values into our work. We prefer to get to know our Clients and invest time in drawing up a personalised package of care that is right for them and that we are confident will make a difference to their lives.Working Hours :Shifts TBC (Will Include Evenings & Weekends)Skills: Attention to Detail,Organisational Skills,Communication Skills....Read more...
Support Worker/Teaching Assistant – Complex Care (Child)
Location – Lincoln
Pay – £13.25 per hour (Mon-Fri/Day)-£16.00 (Mon-Fri/Night)- Weekend Day & night £16.00
Bank Holiday - £20.00
Shift – Days and Nights (Monday - Sunday)
Manual driver with a full UK license required
Full Training Provided
We are recruiting healthcare assistant's to join our friendly team of established carer's who support a young lady, aged 14, in her family home. Our client love's to have people around her with high energy, who are fun, don't mind being silly but will always have her well-being at the forefront of everything they do. She is an incredible young lady who has an acquired brain injury and needs support with all daily living tasks, personal care, medication, administration of feeds and therapies – physio, occupational therapy and speech and language. The role will involve overseeing all health-related and social support, which includes all aspects of her health, well-being and therapies as required. Training will be provided.
We are looking for carer's who can deliver person centered care in line with a personalized care plan, created specifically to meet the needs of our individual client. You need to be an excellent team player; two healthcare assistants are rostered for each shift.
You will be fully supported by our highly skilled Nurse Manager, who is on hand to support and guide all the team, to ensure the highest standards of care are delivered and that you individually receive an excellent pathway of professional development. Professional development.
What Experience We Require:
Essential requirements
Must be a manual driver and 21+ years of age
(Desirable but training will be provided)
Suctioning
Seizure management
Medication
Teaching Assistant
What's In It for You?
Excellent rates of pay with night and weekend enhancements plus special bank holiday rates
A bonus will be paid out should you complete your online training's within the deadline.
Paid weekly, on time and accurately
Free DBS
Out of hours on call support center
Ongoing CPD and Development opportunities
We are passionate about delivering the best quality nursing led care and we are looking for like-minded professional who have great customer service skills, a passion to succeed and a proven track record of experience within this specialist area of healthcare at home.
Join us at OneCall24 today and make a difference!
Please contact us today to begin your application or call 03333 22 11 33 quoting Complex Care Nursing, to speak with one of our team today!
OneCall24 Healthcare is committed to promoting equal opportunities and nothing contained within this job advertisement is intended to discriminate in any way against anyone.
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Applications are invited from suitably qualified and Vascular & Wound Care-experienced Podiatrists to join our NHS Trust's Community Podiatry team based at eight clinic settings across Hertfordshire. This is currently a full-time permanent post, but the employer is willing to consider a part-time hours opportunity or the following flexible opportunities; job-share, term-time, school hours or compressed working week. Hours are currently weekdays with the option of a Saturday to suit the employee. Administration hours of approx two half days/one full day can be worked from home, by agreement. Rated Good by CQC and ranked among the top NHS employers, this Trust is one of the largest Community Organisations Reporting to the Band 8 Manager, you will;- be the clinical specialist for the high risk and lower limb vascular pathway ensuring timely assessment diagnosis intervention and escalation based on risk and requirement- be involved in and lead on woundcare collaboration, innovation, planning and case management - provide supportive clinical supervision and line management of other Podiatry team members - provide upskilling and educational opportunities in line with national guidance, clinical excellence and trust policies To note;There is no diabetic caseload in this service; the workload comprises Biomechanics, wound-care and nail-surgery clinics There are no home visits, all work is undertaken in NHS Clinic sites in; Harpenden, St Albans, Watford, Rickmansworth, Hemel, Oxey and Borehamwood and there is some flexibility as to the more convenient locations. There is the opportunity to access supported MSc modules; prescribing, training & development, leadershipPerson requirements- Qualified Podiatrist with full HCPC registration- At least four years post-registration practice experience with at least one year in a specific Vascular/Wound Care role working with a high-risk caseload - Certificate in Local Anaesthesia - Current driving licence and access to vehicle (leasing option available as employee benefit) In addition to full NHS Employee Benefits this role offers:- A comprehensive induction program and a commitment to ongoing training, support and development in your career - Support gaining your driving licence and car lease scheme - Flexible working options - Season ticket loan Jarrodean is a leading UK healthcare recruitment partner to the NHS and Independent Sector with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Allied Health Professionals, including Podiatrists.As a nurse-led consultancy our detailed understanding of the complexity of Podiatry roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Clinical Recruiting Managers.For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.comIf this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
Applications are invited from suitably committed and experienced Community Nurses to join the Rapid Response Primary Care Community Nursing team on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.The service operates runs 07:30 - 20:30 all year round.Reporting to the Band 7 Team Manager, you will join as one of five Band 6 Nurses, supported by two Band 5 Nurses and seven Band 3 and 4 Healthcare Assistants (all qualified to NVQ3)- The caseload is largely unplanned, taking referrals from GPs and A&E and primarily focuses on admission and re-admission avoidance- You will be responsible for overseeing appropriate standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation programmes of care delivered to a group of patients/clients on the Rapid Response and Reablement caseload. - You will also act as a leader, deputising for the Team Leader in their absence, advisor and role model to less experienced nurses, ensuring appropriate care is implemented and maintained.Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale.The current Band 6 salary range is £46,152 to £62,310 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH.Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leaveThe island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbour town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital. This unique integrated health service delivers a diverse range of services including diagnosing and treating patients in the island's acute hospital complex, and supporting people with in the wider community.Providing excellent care, supported by modern equipment and reliant on Healthcare professionals recruited to a high standard.Person requirements:Registered General/Adult Nurse with full registration with the NMC A minimum of two years experience in a Community or District Nursing Primary Care settingA current driving licenceThe benefits of working in Guernsey include: - A higher-than-UK salary. - An annual bonus of £1,605 - A flat rate 20% income tax. - No Council tax or VAT - A relocation payment of £5,000*- Subsidised (single) Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation* - A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low. *Full T&C in relocation directiveFor an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
Registered General Nurse – Wanstead, East LondonLocation: Chestnut Manor Care Home, 63 Cambridge Park, London, E11 2PR Hourly rate: £18.00 to £23.00 per hour, plus paid breaks and handoverDay Shift Contracts:
33 hours per week44 hours per week
Night Shift Contracts:
33 hours per week
Shifts: Night and Day shifts available across Monday to Sunday (7.45pm to 8am / 7.45am to 8pm)Job type: PermanentCome and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe are looking for a compassionate and caring Registered General Nurses to join our family at Chestnut Manor Care Home. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.Ready to take your career to the next level? Check out this success story from one of our RN's who recently achieved her NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management! - https://www.westgatehealthcare.co.uk/news/monisha-shines-nvq-level-5-success-in-leadership/Why work at Westgate?
Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidaysReimbursement of NMC PIN renewal fees Revalidation portfolio programme support Support with retaining and developing clinical skills Opportunities for career advancement through the Westgate RN Professional Development Programme (RN led, 12-month programme) Registered Nurse representation at all levels throughout the organisation to support with professional developmentImprove your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shopsAccess to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work SchemeRefer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social eventsSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsAccess to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
About the role:
Look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residentsSupport the Home Manager to effectively implement policies and procedures and ensure they are upheld at all timesEnsure that the residents have access to key medical, social and other care workers as requiredHave full knowledge of and take responsibility to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures of the Department of Health and the company at all timesWork in line with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines, NMC code of conduct and relevant legislation at all times
About you:
The right to work in the UK Valid and current NMC registration and PINPrevious experience in elderly care is essential to be consideredStrong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering person-centred careExcellent communication, leadership and teamwork abilitiesA compassionate and caring nature, a positive attitude and a flexible work ethic
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHROB....Read more...
