Summary
Our family requires a dedicated and conscientious female care assistant to join our friendly team. We’re seeking a caring and compassionate individual who enjoys interacting with people and assisting our disabled brother with his daily living activities.
Candidates must be warm and friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Proven experience in working with disabilities and assisted living in either a paid or voluntary capacity, is desirable for this role. Preferably living near Harborne area. Candidates must also be female. Students are welcome to apply
The available shifts are:
- Early mornings 6am – 10 am (4 hours)
- Early afternoon/evenings (20 hour)
- Weekends (15 hours total)
We are open to discussing if you can do more hours. The salary is £11.44 per hour.
Interviews will be held week beginning 20/12/2025.
Responsibilities
As a care assistant your responsibilities will mostly consist of:
- Personal care - assist with personal hygiene, washing assistance with using the toilet and showering.
- Support with eating and drinking - ensuring that clients are encouraged to eat a healthy, balanced diet and the correct quantities, prepared meals look appetising and ensure the way they eat is appropriate for the client.
- Assist with mobility - use of a hoist or other aides, in assistance with movement. Dressing and assisting with any activity whereby the clients needs support.
- Going out for walks and occasional trips.
- Domestic duties - cleaning, emptying bins, washing where requested.
- Record keeping - medication chart (for medication), and any other record keeping required.
- Work with empathy, honesty and integrity.
- Safeguarding - protect the client from significant harm, abuse or neglect.
- Providing respect and dignity to the person.
- Clear communication and discussion with family members at all times.
- Ensure care delivered is person centred.
Benefits:
- Paid holiday leave.
- Online training.
