Care Assistant

Serene Healthcare Group Ltd; Andover; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is looking for a Senior Carer to provide compassionate support in both care homes and home care services. The role includes assisting patients with daily activities, developing personalized care plans, and requires strong communication skills. Full-time, permanent position with various benefits.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Store discount

Qualifications

• 1 year of home care experience preferred.
• Full, valid UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to undertake DBS disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Care Planning

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

As a Senior Carer, you will be instrumental in providing compassionate support and assistance to individuals in need, whether in a care home or through home care services. This role requires a valid driving licence to facilitate transportation for clients as needed. Your core skills in communication will be essential for building trusting relationships with clients and their families.

Additionally, your ability to develop and implement care plans will ensure that each individual receives personalized care tailored to their specific needs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress and care provided.
• Drive clients to appointments or social activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and their families to address concerns and provide updates.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene standards while delivering care.
• Key Worker [to carers and clients]
• Care Reviews
• Initial Care Packages
• Ongoing care development.

Experience, Skills, and Education:

• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize a busy workload.
• Wide range of communication skills for effective communication.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Care Planning and Initial Assessments
• Risk Assessments
• Care Reviews
• Supervision
• Full, valid UK driving license and proof of legal right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undertake a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:

• PAID TRAVEL TIME
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Weekends only

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Andover SP10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you have the right to work in the UK? Sadly we are not offering sponsorship at this time.

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:UK Driving Licence (required)