Home care assistant

Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in various settings, including assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and private homes. This position requires a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our clients, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being.

Benefits

• Travel time paid
• Paid Mileage
• Paid Shadow Shifts
• Weekends Enhanced Rate
• Bank Holidays Enhanced Rate
• Free Uniform
• Free in-house training
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible around school hours

Duties
As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting clients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Providing patient care tailored to individual needs, including Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
• Supporting clients in meal preparation and ensuring proper nutrition.
• Administering medication as prescribed and monitoring health conditions.
• Engaging clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Assisting with behaviour management techniques as necessary.
• Performing light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Providing companionship and emotional support to enhance the client's quality of life.
• Driving clients to appointments or social activities when required.

Skills
The successful candidate should possess the following skills:

• Experience in assisted living, nursing home settings, or home care environments.
• Knowledge of senior care practices, including hospice care and caregiving techniques.
• Familiarity with first aid procedures and emergency response protocols.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting when assisting clients with mobility or transfers.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Patience and empathy when dealing with individuals facing physical or cognitive challenges.
• A valid driving licence is preferred for transportation duties. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent