Care Assistant Review

As a care assistant my role is to assist residents in dementia care with practical tasks that they cannot manage themselves or may need encouragement to complete independently. These tasks vary from helping with washing, dressing and going to the toilet. I also provide emotional support to residents by keeping them company, getting to know them and talking to them on a regular basis.

I have learnt so much working in Dementia care. While on the training program I learnt a lot about medication administration, the role of a Team Lead. I have gained a lot of self confidence by shadowing and observing from Leads on the floor. I have complete training courses on dementia which has helped me to understand the needs of my residents better.

I really enjoyed the programme as it enabled me to learn new skills that have made me a better more confident carer. I enjoyed the training with my tutor as he was very helpful and supportive making the learning experience easier. At first I found it difficult going back over things I hadn’t done in years life Maths skills but it was good to push myself. Again this has helped me to build knowledge and self confidence.

The program was well organised in terms of the learning and time with my tutor. Everything is online, all work books and training. At first this was a bit of a challenge for me as I had to learn to navigate my way with online learning courses. All training I have done in the past have been workbook based. So becoming more computer literate has been part of my learning.

My employer has been very supportive in getting me set up on the course. They are ready and willing to provided the necessary time on the floor to help me practice and learn new skills. Shadow shifts are available to work with experienced staff to learn and put into practice my learning.

My training provider has been extremely helpful. He has ensured that we meet regularly to go over set work and cover work in preparation for exams. He has been extremely supportive and encouraging in areas where I have struggled by going over work needed and providing reassurance. I have been very happy with the support he has given me.

Working towards this qualification has certainly made me a much more confident carer. Learning new skills and gaining more knowledge about my role has helped me to provide better care in my role. Understanding more about the needs of my residents and more about how I can meet these needs on a daily basis.

The staff at Gracewell are wonderful and always arranging events from the residents that include staff, for example VE Day celebrations and Easter and Christmas events. Staff are celebrated with awards for service ( heart and soul awards). We are often treated to pizza days and celebrations for hard work.

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Gracewell are an excellent company to work for. The truly care for their staff by providing excellent training and encouragement. They listen to their staffs needs and try to offer flexible working arrangements for those who may need it. They reward their staff fir hard work through schemes such as The heart and Soul awards. The provided excellent care facilities for their residents.

Work hard and you will be rewarded. Attend all the training programs on offer as this will be of huge benefit to you in providing the very best care. Never be afraid to ask for help the staff and management are always on hand to provide you with support. Always support on another on your team.