Care Assistant Apprentice at Park House

Job Purpose

As a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker Apprentice, you will support clients with their day-to-day care needs, including personal care, bathing, dressing, mobility and mealtimes. You will help support their physical and mental wellbeing, encourage independence and provide companionship and practical support.

You will be expected to provide care with kindness and compassion, always respecting clients' dignity, privacy and individual needs. You will also be responsible for maintaining confidentiality, keeping care records up to date and following Park House policies and procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Support clients with their personal care needs, including bathing (bath, bed bath or shower), washing and dressing, foot and nail care, shampooing, shaving, hair care, mouth care and denture care.
• Assist clients with using a bedpan, toilet or portable commode, as well as getting into and out of bed and preparing for bedtime.
• Encourage clients to take part in activities that support their physical and mental wellbeing. This may include talking, reading, going for walks or day trips, helping with hobbies and assisting with writing where needed.
• Provide support and comfort to clients receiving palliative care, ensuring their dignity and individual needs are always respected.
• Assist with serving meals and drinks and carry out general domestic duties as required.
• Respond to emergency call bells, welcome visitors, answer telephone calls and attend to the door when required.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times in relation to clients, their care and all matters relating to Park House.
• Follow Park House's Health and Safety policies and procedures, including COSHH and Environmental Health regulations.
• Keep care records accurate and up to date, ensuring all relevant information is recorded appropriately.
• Attend relevant training and take an active part in learning and development as part of the level 2 apprenticeship.