Care Assistant

Homeinsteadcare; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeinsteadcare in Chester is seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team. You will provide essential care and assistance to clients in their homes, promoting independence and quality of life.

No prior care experience is required; we offer comprehensive training and induction, including enhanced DBS clearance, and flexible shift patterns to support work-life balance in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for caring and supporting others.
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate warmly and respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliability and trustworthiness; you will be punctual and dependable in all aspects of your role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Willingness to undertake training and development, including induction programmes and ongoing professional development.
• Basic awareness of health and safety practices within a care environment.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain this as a condition of employment).
• No prior care experience is necessary; we welcome applications from those new to the care sector who demonstrate genuine commitment and the right attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support to clients, including assistance with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, and grooming
• Support clients with mobility and movement, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times
• Prepare and serve meals, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within clients' homes, including light housekeeping duties
• Assist with medication reminders and ensure clients take prescribed medications as directed
• Build positive and professional relationships with clients, offering emotional support and companionship
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and the wider care team to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of care provided and report any concerns or changes in client wellbeing
• Respect client confidentiality and uphold their dignity and independence at all times
• Undertake training and induction programmes to develop your knowledge and skills
• Respond flexibly to changing client needs and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver person-centred care

Skills

Passion for care

Excellent people skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team in Chester. If you have a kind heart and a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference to people's lives, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment where you will provide essential care and assistance to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.

• Provide personal care support to clients, including assistance with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, and grooming
• Support clients with mobility and movement, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times
• Prepare and serve meals, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within clients' homes, including light housekeeping duties
• Assist with medication reminders and ensure clients take prescribed medications as directed
• Build positive and professional relationships with clients, offering emotional support and companionship
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and the wider care team to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of care provided and report any concerns or changes in client wellbeing
• Respect client confidentiality and uphold their dignity and independence at all times
• Undertake training and induction programmes to develop your knowledge and skills
• Respond flexibly to changing client needs and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver person-centred care

• A genuine passion for caring and supporting others, with a kind and compassionate approach
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate warmly and respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Reliability and trustworthiness; you will be punctual and dependable in all aspects of your role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively

• Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Patience, tolerance, and resilience when working with vulnerable individuals
• Flexibility with scheduling, including availability for various shift patterns as required
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and respecting their privacy and dignity
• Willingness to undertake training and development, including induction programmes and ongoing professional development

• Basic awareness of health and safety practices within a care environment
• Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance (or willingness to obtain this as a condition of employment)
• No prior care experience is necessary; we welcome applications from those new to the care sector who demonstrate genuine commitment and the right attitude