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Domiciliary Care Assistant – Part-Time (Regular Care Visits)

Company: Kinderways Ltd
Location: Heckington, Lincolnshire
Job Type: Part-time, regular split shifts
Hours: Approximately 15 hours 45 minutes per week (subject to rota)
Salary: Competitive hourly rate, to be discussed

Job Description

Kinderways Ltd is a CQC-registered domiciliary care provider seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced Care Assistant to provide person-centred care to an elderly gentleman in his own home in Heckington.

We are looking for someone local who can offer consistency, kindness and dependable support across three daily visits.

Working Hours

• Morning call – 1 hour

• Lunch call - 30 minutes

• Tea/afternoon call – 45 minutes

• Bedtime call – 30 minutes

Total: 2 hours 45 minutes per day, potentially seven days per week, with rota arrangements to be agreed.

Main Responsibilities

• Supporting personal care, washing, dressing and continence needs.

• Assisting with catheter bag management following appropriate training and competency assessment.

• Preparing meals and encouraging adequate nutrition and hydration.

• Providing medication support in accordance with the care plan and company policies.

• Supporting safe mobility and falls prevention.

• Providing companionship and emotional reassurance.

• Completing accurate daily care records.

• Monitoring and reporting changes in health, wellbeing or behaviour.

• Maintaining a safe, clean and comfortable home environment.

Essential Requirements

• A caring, patient and respectful approach.

• Good communication and observation skills.

• Reliability and punctuality.

• Ability to work independently and follow care plans.

• Right to work in the UK.

• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check and mandatory training.

• Ability to travel reliably between scheduled visits.

Previous domiciliary care experience is preferred. Experience supporting older adults with dementia, catheter care or mobility difficulties would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Regular, consistent care visits.

• Supportive management.

• Training and ongoing supervision.

• Opportunity to develop experience in person-centred home care.

How to Apply

Please apply through this job advertisement or contact Kinderways Ltd through our official website:

Kinderways Ltd is committed to safeguarding adults and promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care.