Health Care Assistant (Domiciliary)

Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant (Domiciliary) to provide high-quality care to individuals in their own homes. This role offers an opportunity to support clients with a variety of needs, including elderly care, disability support, and specialised dementia or Alzheimer’s care. The successful candidate will be committed to promoting independence and wellbeing, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for all clients. This paid position is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives through personalised care.

Duties

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility support
• Provide medication administration following prescribed protocols
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements
• Support with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Offer companionship and emotional support to reduce feelings of loneliness or isolation
• Assist with specialised care needs including dementia, Alzheimer’s, hospice, or behavioural management
• Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required
• Monitor and record health status and report any concerns to healthcare professionals
• Support with light physical activities or exercises to promote mobility and wellbeing
• Respond promptly to emergency situations with appropriate first aid measures

Qualifications

• Prior experience in assisted living, nursing home, or home care environments is desirable
• Knowledge of patient care, dementia, Alzheimer’s, hospice, and senior care practices
• Certification in first aid and basic life support is advantageous
• Valid driving licence and ability to drive safely between client locations
• Strong caregiving skills with a compassionate approach towards clients of all ages, including children and the elderly
• Assist with mobility support
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage behavioural challenges effectively
• Organisation skills for medication management and documentation compliance
• Flexibility to work varied hours as required by client needs

This role offers an enriching career opportunity for caring individuals committed to delivering exceptional home-based healthcare.

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• UK visa sponsorship

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a vehicle?

Experience:

• Domiciliary Care: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)