Carer

3 months ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom First Solution Healthcare Ltd Full time

Responsibilities:

- Provide compassionate and personalized care to individuals in need, including children, seniors, and patients in various settings such as assisted living facilities, hospitals, or private homes.
- 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.
- Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
- Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred.
- Knowledge of childcare, senior care, patient care, assisted living, or home care practices.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as required.
- Understanding of dementia care techniques is a plus.
- Compassionate and patient nature with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays if needed.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the specific needs of the client or employer.

**Job Type**: Temporary contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: £11.81-£14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 14 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme

Day range:

- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

- Homecare

Shift:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Home care: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Sittingbourne (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Sittingbourne: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FS001


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