Post: ReliefCare Assistant Location: Aaron House, 40 Rosneath Gardens, Ballyoran, Dundonald Responsible to: TheHome Manager Hours: As and when required Salary: £11.77 per hour Role: The Care Assistant will carry out a high standard of care and assist to meet residents individual needs within a caring environment. Main Areas of Responsibility: 1.To attend to the personal needs of residents on a daily basis, with respect and dignity for the individual. 2.To carry out a high standard of care and any daily living programmes as directed by Senior Staff. 3.To treat all matters relating to the Home with strict confidentiality. 4.To maintain a safe environment by ensuring adherence to appropriate Health and Safety and Fire procedures. 5.To keep appropriate records, as directed by Senior Staff. 6.To bring any areas of concern to the attention of Senior Staff. 7.To report all accidents/incidents to senior staff and record as directed. 8.To be aware of emergency procedures. 9.To accompany residents on outings, holidays, to attend appointments. 10.To act as a named worker for designated residents, under the direction of Senior Staff. 11.To assist residents to make choices and encourage independence at all times. 12.To carry out day care programmes for those residents attending our day care unit as directed by the Day Care Worker. 13.To attend training courses and staff meetings as directed by the Manager. 14.To undertake day and night duties and assist in housekeeping tasks as required by the home. 15. Any other duties as reasonable required by the Home Manager. General All members of staff will be required to be flexible in their work and co-operate with their colleagues to ensure the highest standard of care. This job description is not definitive and may be changed according to the needs of the home. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Qualifications and Knowledge Evidence an understanding of and respect for the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities Awareness of health and safety practices within a working environment Willing to undertake relevant training e.g. induction training, or NVQ / QCF level 2 Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by the duties of the post Basic numeracy required by the duties of the post (as endorsed by appropriate qualification or use of numeracy skills in a work or home environment). 2. Relevant Experience(not applicable) 3. Personal Attributes Able to demonstrate the CSW core values of compassion, empathy, honesty and integrity Able to work on own initiative Able to exercise appropriate confidentiality Able to respect the authority and direction of line management Able to work as a member of a caring team Good inter-personal skills 4. Physical Requirements Health such as to allow for attendance reliability and work proficiency (reasonable adjustments will be made for those with a disability) Appearance must be acceptable within the working environment Special Circumstances Willing to work additional hours to fulfil the requirements of the Home Willing to work within the Christian ethos of the Home Willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council DESIRABLE CRITERIA (but not essential to have) NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care Experience of working in a care setting Experience of working with those with disability Skills: Care Assistant Relief Care Benefits: Discount Card Free Uniform and Training Enhanced Annual Leave Free Access NI and NISCC Registration Enhanced Maternity and Pension Scheme