Due to the nature of the role, only female applicants are invited to apply.
Are you a unique and naturally caring person who wants to join a growing domiciliary care company that pays a very competitive wage? If so, this might just be the perfect job for you! why not apply and find out?
We already have a lovely team of care assistants, and we are looking to add some fresh faces to welcome to the company and support our amazing customers in the comfort of their own homes. If you haven’t provided care before, don’t worry, we have you covered. Whether you have experience working in retail, hospitality or even as a support worker, we provide full training. Perhaps you work in a care home and want to transfer your skills to the home care setting; we have you covered.
Do you have the following qualities? If so, why not apply?
- Self-motivated & well organised.
- Flexible.
- Caring & sensitive to the needs of others.
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Summary of role
To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care Assistants will include personal care, medication, light housekeeping duties and shopping.
Principal responsibilities
- To assist clients who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
- To help clients with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and the use of personal aids and equipment.
- To care for clients who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding, etc.
- To provide care and support for clients who are terminally ill.
- To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreation.
- To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
- To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
- To read and write reports and be involved in clients’ reviews and training activities.
- To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times.
- To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.
- To encourage the independence of clients wherever possible
Benefits:
- Flexible working schedule
- Company pension
- Paid travel time
- Paid mileage
- Uniform provided
- DBS check
We will help you to develop your skills and qualifications by supporting you with NVQ/QCF level 2 and 3. We will support you with Social Care Wales registration.
Begin your Caremark journey today, by applying now.
This is only eligible to those who have the right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to £13.97 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: CAMP-1
