Location - Roman Hill, Lowestoft (NR32) Key Responsibilities: Personal Care: Assist with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Support clients with mobility, helping them move safely around their environment. Health Monitoring: Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse. Observe and report any changes in a clients health or behavior to senior staff or healthcare professionals. Medication Support: Assist with the administration of medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals. Ensure that medication is taken correctly and on time. Meal Preparation: Prepare and serve meals, taking into account special dietary needs and preferences. Assist clients with eating and drinking if required. Household Tasks: Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and tidying up living spaces. Assist with shopping and running errands as needed. Emotional and Social Support: Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging them in conversation and activities. Help clients participate in social activities, both within the care setting and in the wider community. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of care provided, including daily logs, incident reports, and care plans. Communicate effectively with other members of the care team to ensure continuity of care. Adherence to Care Plans: Follow individual care plans tailored to each clients specific needs and preferences. Adapt care approaches based on feedback from clients and healthcare professionals. Skills Required: Compassion and Empathy: Ability to understand and respond to the emotional and physical needs of clients with sensitivity and care. Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues. Patience and Resilience: Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations, providing support with a positive attitude. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in following care plans, administering medication, and maintaining records. Physical Stamina: Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and assisting clients with mobility. Qualifications and Experience: Training: Completion of mandatory training in areas such as safeguarding, first aid, moving and handling, and infection control. Experience: Previous experience in a care setting is often preferred but not always required. Many care assistants receive on-the-job training. Certification: Holding a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous and may be required for certain positions. Working Conditions: Environment: Care assistants work in various settings, including care homes, residential facilities, and private homes. Shifts: The role may involve working shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the care environment. Supervision: Care assistants often work under the supervision of senior care staff, nurses, or care home managers. Career Progression: With experience and further training, care assistants can progress to more senior roles such as Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, or Care Home Manager. Opportunities for specialization in areas such as dementia care or palliative care are also available.