Care Assistant
Care Assistant
Compassionate Home Care & Companionship
We are looking for a kind, patient and encouraging carer to support a female client at home (EN 1 Area) with her day-to-day wellbeing and independence.
The ideal carer will be confident supporting someone who has recently stopped walking and is feeling nervous or scared about standing and moving again. She benefits greatly from reassurance, encouragement and a calm, positive presence.
About this role
Support may include:
Pressure sore care and regular repositioning
Personal care and maintaining dignity
Regular hourly visits and wellbeing checks
Gentle encouragement with prescribed physiotherapy exercises
Encouragement and reassurance with standing and mobility
Companionship and conversation
Helping build confidence and independence
Cooking and meal preparation
Supporting with meals and hydration
Creating a safe, comfortable and positive environment
We are looking for someone who is patient, compassionate and motivating, with the ability to encourage without rushing or putting pressure on the client.
A caring personality is essential. The right person will understand that sometimes a little encouragement and reassurance can make a big difference.
If you are passionate about helping people remain comfortable, confident, and as independent as possible in their own home, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits :
- Very competitive hourly rates starting from £12.80 per hour.
- Double pay for Bank Holidays and Triple pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years.
- Paid mileage
- Paid travel time
- 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
- Free DBS, Uniform and PPE.
- Local office and on-call support 7 days a week.
- Full training provided on induction and throughout your career with us.
- Opportunities for career progression with us.
- Ongoing recognition and support by the management team.
What we need from you:
- Have a valid Driving Licence and own a car
- Good communication skills.
- Genuine passion for helping others and wanting to make a positive difference.
- Stay calm under pressure
- The right to work in the UK.
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all areas of society.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
What you will need
Required criteria
- The right to work in the UK
- Care work Experience in the UK.
- Able to commute to EN1 area for shifts
Desired criteria
- Can drive in UK
