Care Assistant

Homeinsteadcare; Prudhoe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Driver’s licence & vehicle

Job summary

Homeinsteadcare in Hexham, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide in-home support and companionship. You will assist with daily activities, meals, medications, and accompany clients to appointments in a compassionate, respectful manner.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, own vehicle with appropriate insurance, and flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Full UK driving licence and independence in care delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Basic first aid knowledge
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Health and safety awareness
• Independent work in clients’ homes

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Prepare nutritious meals and help with feeding when necessary
• Provide medication reminders and monitor clients' well-being
• Offer emotional support and companionship to clients
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and social activities
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans
• Document client progress and report any changes in condition
• Respond promptly to emergencies and provide basic first aid when needed
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to health and safety regulations

Skills

Empathy & compassion

Excellent communication

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Time management

Confidentiality

Professional boundaries

Driver’s licence

Job description

Join our compassionate team as a Care Assistant in Hexham, United Kingdom! We're seeking dedicated individuals to provide essential support and companionship to our clients in their homes. As a Care Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for those in need.

• Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Prepare nutritious meals and help with feeding when necessary
• Provide medication reminders and monitor clients' well-being
• Offer emotional support and companionship to clients
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and social activities
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans
• Document client progress and report any changes in condition
• Respond promptly to emergencies and provide basic first aid when needed
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to health and safety regulations

• Genuine passion for helping others with a friendly, empathetic demeanour
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Basic first aid knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and daily activities
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Strong time management and organisational skills

We offer a competitive rate of pay of £14 per hour.

Flexibility in work patterns. As well as day time, we work evenings and weekends.

Due to the areas of working, a driving licence and car is required.

Please Note

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

You must have your own vehicle with Business Class 1 insurance.

As we carefully match Care Professionals with clients, it can take time to build your hours. We cannot guarantee full-time hours immediately, and it may take several weeks to reach your preferred number of hours.