Caregiver

YOSH HOSPITALITY LLC OPC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YOSH HOSPITALITY LLC OPC is seeking a caregiving professional to support clients in Abu Dhabi with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily tasks. The role involves travel between clients' homes, note-taking, and adherence to care plans within safeguarding guidelines.

The ideal candidate has qualifications in health and social care, prior caregiving experience, good communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in health and social care or equivalent experience.
• Experience in caregiving or support roles, or transferable experience.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and infection control.
• Good verbal and written communication; ability to complete accurate records.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work shifts.
• Proficiency with mobile devices or digital care records desirable.
• UK driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for some roles (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
• Support clients with mobility needs and safe transfers.
• Assist with medication prompts and administration per care plans.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding.
• Support with household tasks and shopping to maintain safety.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Observe health and wellbeing, report concerns to care manager.
• Follow individual care plans and maintain accurate documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding and infection control.
• Communicate with clients, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Attend team meetings, training, and supervision.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Mobility assistance

Digital care recording

Driving licence

Education

NVQ/VRQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

• Provide personal care including assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming in a dignified and respectful manner

• Support clients with mobility needs, including safe transfers, use of mobility aids, and encouragement of independence

• Assist with medication prompts and administration of medicines where appropriate and in line with care plans and local regulations

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals, accommodate dietary requirements, and assist with feeding if required

• Support with household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, shopping, and collecting prescriptions to maintain a safe living environment

• Provide companionship and emotional support, encouraging social engagement and meaningful activities

• Observe and monitor clients' health and wellbeing, record changes, and promptly report concerns to the care manager or healthcare professionals

• Follow and contribute to individual care plans, risk assessments, and support plans, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date

• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding policies, health and safety procedures, and infection control standards

• Communicate effectively with clients, families, colleagues, and external professionals to coordinate care

• Attend team meetings, training, and supervision to maintain and develop skills and knowledge

Desired Candidate Profile

• Relevant qualification in health and social care (e.g., NVQ/VRQ Level 2 or 3) or equivalent experience preferred

• Proven experience in a caregiving or support worker role, or demonstrable transferable experience

• Understanding of person-centred care principles, safeguarding, and infection control

• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to complete accurate records

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing reliability and flexibility with working hours

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills; proficiency with mobile devices or digital care recording systems is desirable

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for some roles (where applicable)

Desirable Attributes

• Empathy, patience, and a respectful attitude towards people from diverse backgrounds

• Ability to adapt to changing needs and manage challenging situations calmly

• Willingness to undertake training and development, including mandatory certifications

• Previous experience supporting people with dementia, long-term conditions, or disabilities is an advantage

Working Conditions

• Flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays, depending on service needs

• Travel between clients' homes may be required; mileage allowance provided where applicable

• Role may involve physical activity such as assisting with mobility and moving equipment