Care Assistant

Audley Villages; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in homecare is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to enrich the lives of customers while maintaining their independence. This role involves providing essential homecare services, including personal care, housekeeping, and companionship, all while upholding high standards of compassionate care. With flexible working hours and comprehensive training, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Join a team that values empathy, respect, and excellence in service, and enjoy a rewarding career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

45p per mile for travel

Comprehensive training program

Company pension with 5% contribution

28 days holiday including bank holidays

50% discount at restaurants

Staff rates on guest suites

Employee discount portal

Healthcare Cash Plan

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Support from the Audley Academy for newcomers, including a full induction.
• High standards of personal presentation and hygiene are required.

Responsibilities

• Visit customers daily, following personal care plans and assisting with daily tasks.
• Perform household duties and support customers with medical appointments.

Skills

Good written and spoken English skills

Effective time management

Ability to complete electronic logs

Knowledge of local area

Education

QCF Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care

Tools

Company mobile and app

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At Audley Care, we’re proud of the way we’re enriching people’s lives. How? By helping people maintain their independence in their own home and delivering exceptional care that’s best in class.

The Care Assistant role involves providing homecare services to our customers, including health & wellbeing activities, housekeeping, personal care, and companionship.

Care Assistants are expected to uphold Audley’s commitment to high-quality, compassionate care that complies with CQC standards, supporting re-enablement and demonstrating understanding, empathy, respect, and warmth to our customers.

What will I do?

1. Visit village & community customers daily, following their personal care plans, which include personal care, assisting with daily tasks such as getting in and out of bed, washing, bathing, dressing, supporting mealtimes, and medication administration.
2. Perform house duties like fitness support, health awareness programs, cooking, laundry, vacuuming, ironing, and other housework. Support customers attending medical appointments, collecting prescriptions, and home from hospital support.
3. Encourage customers to be as independent as possible in daily activities, including personal care and exercise.
4. Liaise with family members as required.
5. Respect customers' dignity and privacy.
6. Ensure full compliance with safeguarding policies and behaviors.
7. Attend all relevant and mandatory training to improve skills and understanding.
8. Based within the community; a driving license and access to a vehicle are preferred.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Support from the Audley Academy for newcomers, including a full induction and care certificate completion.
• Funding for QCF Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Good written and spoken English skills.
• Use of company mobile and app for managing schedules and communication.
• Ability to complete electronic logs accurately, following care plans and medication instructions.
• Good knowledge of the local area.
• High standards of personal presentation and hygiene, including uniform, jewelry, nails, and hair.
• Effective time management and adaptability to meet customer needs.
• Act as a role model through excellent customer, owner, and team service.

What can we offer you?

• Flexible working hours to accommodate outside commitments.
• 45p per mile to cover travel and petrol costs.
• Comprehensive training program, including mandatory training and NVQ Level 2/3 options.
• Company pension with 5% contribution.
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• 50% discount at our restaurants nationwide.
• Staff rates on guest suites at luxury villages nationwide.
• Access to employee discount portal and Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Referral bonus scheme.
• Free uniform and more.

Audley Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.