CARE ASSISTANT Coventry, Bedworth and Nuneaton

SeeMeHired.com; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Part time

Job summary

Caremark is seeking a part-time Care Assistant to support clients in Coventry, Bedworth and Nuneaton. You will help with personal care, mobility, meals, and light domestic tasks while promoting independence and dignity.

A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. Previous care experience is welcome but not required; a compassionate, reliable attitude and the ability to work effectively with others are more important.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driving license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must be able to provide personal care and support to customers.
• Must be able to work part-time hours.
• Must be able to work effectively with other staff.

Responsibilities

• To assist clients who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
• To help clients with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.
• To care for clients who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.
• To provide care and support for clients who are terminally ill.
• To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
• To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
• To inspect, launder and mend clients’ clothes.
• To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
• To read and write reports and be involved in clients’ reviews and training activities.
• To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times.
• To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.
• To encourage the independence of clients wherever possible.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organisation

Flexibility

Empathy

Communication

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Initiative

Job description

CARE ASSISTANT (PART TIME) Coventry, Bedworth and Nuneaton

Reports to

Field Care Supervisor

Summary of role

To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the client’s family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse.

About the role

Principal responsibilities

• To assist clients who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.

• To help clients with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.

• To care for clients who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.

• To provide care and support for clients who are terminally ill.

• To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.

• To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.

• To inspect, launder and mend clients’ clothes.

• To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.

• To read and write reports and be involved in clients’ reviews and training activities.

• To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times.

• To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.

• To encourage the independence of clients wherever possible.

• Personal attributes

It is considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following qualities:

• Self motivated & well organised.

  • Flexible.

  • Caring & sensitive to the needs of others.

  • Ability to use own initiative.

  • Ability to communicate effectively.

  • Full UK Driving Licence

  • Access to own vehicle

About the company

Whether you’re looking to provide excellent home care with a cheery smile, or to receive it, Caremark is here to help.

Required Criteria

• Must hold a valid driving license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must be able to provide personal care and support to customers.
• Must be able to work part-time hours.
• Must be able to work effectively with other staff.

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience in a care or support role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to care.