Female Care Assistant (Part-Time) – Syston (LE7 2ES)
Location: Syston, Leicester (Ideally applicants living close to LE7 2ES)
Position Type: Part-Time
Working Pattern: 7 days per week
- Morning Call: 1.5 hours
- Evening Call: 1 hour
About the Role
We are looking for a caring, reliable, and sociable Female Care Assistant to support an elderly lady living in Oadby. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building positive relationships and providing compassionate, one-to-one support that promotes wellbeing, dignity, and independence.
The lady enjoys friendly conversation and companionship, so we are seeking someone with a warm and engaging personality who can provide both practical support and meaningful social interaction.
Main Duties
- Providing personal care support where required
- Assisting with morning and evening routines
- Supporting transfers using a hoist (hoist training is essential)
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Prompting or assisting with medication when required
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing
- Ensuring the client feels safe, respected, and comfortable in her own home
- Reporting any concerns or changes in the client's wellbeing appropriately
Person Specification Essential
- Recent valid DBS
- Female carer (genuine occupational requirement)
- Kind, patient, and compassionate nature
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, punctual, and committed
- Enjoys social interaction and companionship-based support
- Able to work consistently across a 7-day rota
- Right to work in the UK
- Hoist training and experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in domiciliary care or supporting older adults
- Lives locally to LE7 2ES or within a reasonable travelling distance
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial, although not essential depending on proximity
What We Are Looking For
We are particularly looking for someone who can build a positive rapport and become a familiar, friendly presence in the client's daily life. A calm, cheerful, and engaging personality is highly important for this role, as companionship and trust are central to providing excellent care.
Pay
Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a short introduction outlining your experience, availability, and why you would be a suitable candidate for this role.
Work Location: In person
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
