Support Worker

7 months ago


East Lothian, United Kingdom TLC Healthcare Services Full time

Responsibilities:

- Provide direct care and support to individuals in their homes in the community.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques and equipment.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals.
- Implement behavior management strategies for individuals with challenging behaviors.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for individuals.

**Experience**:

- Previous experience in patient care or a related field is preferred.
- Knowledge of dementia care and behavior management techniques is a plus.
- Familiarity with first aid procedures is beneficial.

**Skills**:

- Compassionate and empathetic towards individuals in need of care.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with other support workers.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

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

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

**Salary**: £11.40-£12.80 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Day range:

- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

- Homecare
- Residential home

Shift:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Home care: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: On the road



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