Bank Community Care Assistant

Advinia; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free flu jabs

Referral programme

Job summary

Advinia is seeking compassionate community carers to support individuals in need, improving comfort, safety, and well-being. You will work independently or as part of a team on a nationally applicable post.

Responsibilities include daily living support, companionship, medication administration, mobility assistance, and keeping accurate care records. Shifts include mornings, evenings, weekends, and flexitime arrangements.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Empathy, patience, and genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to follow care plans and health and safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal prep.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Administer prescribed medication and monitor health or behaviour changes.
• Support mobility and perform light housekeeping to maintain a safe environment.
• Maintain accurate care records and report concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Encourage participation in social activities and hobbies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Follow care plans

Flexible shifts

Driving licence (advantage)

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated community carers to provide essential support and assistance to individuals in need. As a carer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for those you care for, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This position requires a nurturing attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

This is a nationally applicable post.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
• Administer medication as prescribed and monitor clients for any changes in health or behaviour.
• Help with mobility and physical exercises to promote physical well-being.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure a clean and safe living environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
• Engage clients in social activities and encourage participation in hobbies or interests.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caregiving role is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are essential qualities for this role.
• Ability to follow care plans and adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required.
• A valid driving license with access to a vehicle is advantageous.

Join our team of dedicated bank carers who make a difference in the lives of others every day! Build a career in kindness!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract

Pay: From £12.71 - £14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)
• Healthcare assistant: 1 year (preferred)