Care Assistant: Sponsorship Available

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to individuals in a home care setting, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting service users with daily activities, maintaining their independence, and enhancing their quality of life.

Main responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support individuals with mobility and physical activities to promote independence.
• Communicate effectively with service users to understand their needs and preferences.
• Maintain accurate records of observation notes, care plans and service user progress.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Drive service users to appointments or social activities as required.
• Engage service users in meaningful conversations and activities to enhance their emotional well-being.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations while providing care.
• Support the Service User to meet their household responsibilities.
• Take part in regular supervision and attend team meetings and training as required.
• Safely manage and record medication as per procedures.

Person Specifications

• Previous experience in a care home or home care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Basic IT skills for maintaining digital records and communication.
• A genuine passion for helping others and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including alternate weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.
• Ability to support individuals that may challenge, calmly and effectively, including implementing clear boundaries when required.
• You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS check with satisfactory clearance (required before start date).

Benefits:

• UK visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle?

Language:

• English (required)