Administrative Assistant Location: Coventry Salary: Hours: Care Assistant Location: Coventry Hours: Flexible Summary of role To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. Care Assistants are expected to provide care and support similar to what a family member would offer, rather than tasks typically handled by a nurse. Principal responsibilities To assist customers who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet. To help customers with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment. To care for customers who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc. To provide care and support for customers who are terminally ill. To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of customers through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations. To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying. To inspect, launder and mend customers’ clothes. To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up. To be tackled is reading and writing reports and being involved in customers’ reviews and training activities. To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times. To report either tothe Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a customer. To encourage the independence of customers wherever possible. Personal attributes It is considered essential that Care Assistants possess the following qualities: Self motivated& well organised. Flexible. Caring& sensitive to the needs of others. Ability to use own initiative. Ability to communicate effectively. Please Note, We are not considering overseas applications on this Occasion.