Care Worker

3 weeks ago

Totnes, United Kingdom CAP Caring Full time

Provide compassionate and personalized care to individualin in need.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Administer medications and monitor vital signs as required.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Support individuals receiving hospice care by providing comfort and assistance.

'''Requirements'''
- Previous experience in childcare, senior care, patient care, or assisted living is preferred.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks associated with caregiving.
- Knowledge of dementia care techniques is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and patient nature.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
- Flexibility in working hours and availability to work weekends or holidays if needed.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

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

**Salary**: £11.75 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Day range:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only

Physical setting:

- Homecare

Shift:

- 8 hour shift

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Home care: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Totnes (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Totnes: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 13/02/2024

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