Reablement Care Worker
Reablement Care Worker
Role: Reablement Care Assistant
Location: Letchworth
Hours : Full Time 39 - 40 Hours Per Week.
Mornings 7am - 2pm Evenings 4pm - 10pm. Every other weekend working is required
Pay Rate: £15.53 Per Hour & 40p Per Mile
Please note:
A valid drivers licence and access to own vehicle is essential for this role
we are unable to offer sponsorship
Herts at Home are a lead care provider working with Hertfordshire county council and we provide care for people living in their own homes in the community.
Are you a care assistant with at least 2 years’ experience?
If so, Herts at Home would love to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Care assistant within our Enablement Service in the North Herts area, which covers Royston, Letchworth, Baldock, Hitchin, Stevenage, Knebworth and the surrounding areas.
The service we offer enables people to be safely discharged from hospital, allowing them to return to independence. Your caring and enthusiastic attributes will be welcomed into our friendly team to provide high standards of care to individuals to enable them to remain independent in their own home.
Please note that all applicants must be able to work at least two evenings per week and 2 weekends per month to perform this role successfully.
Why Choose Herts at Home?
We pay for your DBS, Uniform and company phone
£15.53 per hour & 40 pence per mile paid mileage between your calls
Block contract - you are paid from the start of your shift to the end and not just for the time you are in a visit
Enhanced bank holiday pay
Annual salary review
Herts Rewards - Employee discount programme
Access to Blue Light Card
£100 Amazon voucher with our Refer a friend Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & wellbeing support
Pension
Paid ongoing training and development with opportunity to gain recognised qualifications
Career progression opportunities
Staff recognition scheme
Paid Training and apprenticeship opportunities to gain recognised qualifications
We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career advancement within our organisation. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
About this role
Duties Include but are not limited to:
Provide direct care and support to clients in their homes or community settings
Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Administer medications according to prescribed schedules
Monitor and record clients' vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals
Assist with meal planning and preparation, ensuring clients' dietary needs are met
Carrying out moving and assisting techniques specific to the service users needs.
Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive and nurturing environment
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client interactions and progress -Medication Administration
Mobility and rehabilitation, building confidence and independence
If you wish to discuss the role in further detail, please call our recruitment team on 01438 845 220 or email hahrecruitment@hertfordshire.gov.uk
What you will need
Required criteria
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others
- Flexibility in schedule to accommodate client needs
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
