Job Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care and Support Workers to provide high-quality assistance to individuals in various care settings, including assisted living, nursing homes, and home care environments. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing the well-being and independence of those in their care, ensuring a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment. Experience in dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, or senior care is highly desirable. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while developing valuable skills within the healthcare sector.
Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised patient care, including assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
- Administer medication following prescribed instructions and maintain accurate records
- Support individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's by implementing behaviour management strategies and providing emotional reassurance
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being
- Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required, ensuring safe transportation
- Respond promptly to emergencies or urgent needs using first aid skills when necessary
- Support families and carers by providing updates on the individual's condition and progress
- Working with vulnerable people
Skills
- Proven experience in assisted living, nursing home care, or home care environments
- Strong knowledge of patient care techniques including medication administration and behaviour management
- Familiarity with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, and senior care practices
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients of all ages
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when required for mobility assistance or equipment handling
- Competence in meal preparation tailored to individual dietary needs
- Valid driving licence for transportation duties; clean driving record preferred
- First aid certification is highly advantageous
- Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to support vulnerable individuals and their families
This role offers an enriching career path for those committed to caring for others with professionalism and empathy. Applicants should be organised, patient-focused, and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of those they support.
Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: On the road
