Care assistants hold an essential role in supporting qualified professionals in hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries and other health-care environments.<\/p>\n
Depending on the specific vacancy and environment, a care assistant may aid therapists or specialists by setting up equipment and providing hands-on support or by working directly with patients in carrying out routine personal care duties.<\/p>\n
It may be necessary to work shifts, which may include nights and weekends. Part-time and full-time opportunities are available.<\/p>\n
It is imperative that Care Assistants pass a police check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).<\/p>\n
Clients in the health-care sector often also request the following training of employees:<\/p>\n
If employed within the health-care sector, it is possible to work towards a NVQ in health or health and social care. Those who have passed Level 3 can begin formal training in nursing.<\/p>\n
The role of a Care Assistant is to provide support and assistance to individuals with extra care needs. This can include a wide variety of patients from people with physical disabilities to children with learning disabilities to elder people.<\/p>\n
The support provided may be health related and may also include other additional day-to-day assistance. The role may require the Care Assistant to aid individuals with daily personal care: washing, feeding, mobility, and other responsibilities.<\/p>\n
Care Assistants traditionally work within residential nursing homes and supported communities. They may also work with children with both physical and \/ or learning disabilities.<\/p>\n
A Care Assistant is responsible for:<\/p>\n