Care assistant

City College Norwich; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

City College Norwich is seeking Home Care Assistants to provide personal care and support for clients in their homes. You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, meals and medication, while offering companionship and ensuring a clean, safe living space.

Ideal candidates are reliable, honest and compassionate with excellent communication skills. A DBS check is required, and flexible availability for mornings and evenings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Reliable, honest and trustworthy.
• Friendly and compassionate; genuinely wants to help others.
• Willing to support with daily routines, medication, personal care, meal prep, companionship and light house duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Support clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Assist with meal preparation where required and help with medications.
• Engage in social activities and provide companionship.

Skills

Reliable

Honest

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Willingness to DBS check

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy

Job description

Job Description
Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities for Home Instead clients
Support clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety and comfort
Assist with meal preparation when required in your role as a Care Assistant
Help clients with medication
Engage in social activities and provide companionship to clients
Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
Observe and report any changes in clients' physical or mental health
Maintain accurate records of care provided
Participate in regular training and development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in care

Who would make an ideal Home Care Assistant?
We’re looking for individuals who are:
Reliable, honest, and trustworthy
Friendly and compassionate, with a genuine desire to help others
Willing to support with daily routines, medication, personal care, meal preparation, companionship, and light household duties
Target starting date ASAP

Hours

Mornings From 7am -215pm
Evenings From 5pm-945pm

Special requirements

Own vehicle and valid UK driving licence
Willingness to undergo a DBS check
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Excellent communication skills and a caring nature
Reliability, patience, and empathy