Home Care Assistant

1 week ago

Wells, United Kingdom Mendip Care Ltd Full time

**About us**

Job Overview:
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team. As a Care Assistant, you will provide essential support to individuals in need of care, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

**Duties**:

- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Administer medication according to care plans and document any changes or concerns
- Assist with meal preparation and feeding as needed
- Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversations with clients
- Accompany clients to appointments or social outings
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up living areas and doing laundry
- Follow care plans and communicate any changes or observations to the appropriate healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided

**Skills**:

- Proficient in using IT systems for documentation purposes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals
- Knowledge of home care practices and procedures
- Ability to follow care plans accurately and provide personalized care based on individual needs
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

At our company, we value our Care Assistants and offer the following benefits:

- Competitive pay rates
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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