Care Assistant

Staff Tree Recruitment Limited; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care provider is seeking compassionate caregivers in Barnsley to assist residents with personal care tasks and daily living activities. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team or independently. Additionally, previous experience in a home care setting and a full UK driving license are essential. This position offers benefits such as a company pension and holiday pay, with flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Company pension

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a home care setting is essential.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Full UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming.
• Support service users in daily living activities.
• Maintain accurate records of care and report any changes.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Collaborative teamwork

Caring attitude

Basic IT skills

Job description

Duties

• Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support service users in daily living activities, including meal preparation and feeding when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with residents to understand their needs and preferences.
• Implement individual care plans as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of care and report any changes in condition.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills related to IT systems used for documentation and communication.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a home care setting is essential.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being able to work independently when needed.
• A caring attitude with a genuine desire to help others.
• Basic IT skills for maintaining records and communication purposes.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as required by the needs of the care home.
• Full UK driving license.

Benefits

• Company pension.
• Holiday pay.

Licence/Certification

• FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE (required)