Care Assistant Tlnt1_Ni

Complete Homecare; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance for travel betweena

Paid training

NVQ Level 2/3 Health and Social Care

Job summary

Complete Homecare is seeking a Domiciliary Care Worker to provide in-home support across Northern Ireland. You will assist with personal care, meals, mobility, and daily living tasks to help clients maintain independence with dignity.

You will follow care plans, keep accurate records, and communicate with families and colleagues while ensuring health, safety and safeguarding at all times.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Support with mobility and use of aids.
• Assist with medication reminders per care plans.
• Prepare meals and assist with dietary requirements.
• Perform light domestic tasks and shopping.
• Promote social engagement and independence.
• Observe health changes and report to supervisors.
• Maintain infection control and safeguarding.
• Complete accurate care records and communicate with families and colleagues.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication skills

Independence

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title

Domiciliary Care Worker

Location

Various locations across Northern Ireland

Reports To

Care Coordinator / Registered Manager

Job Purpose

A Domiciliary Care Worker provides essential support to individuals in their own homes, assisting with personal care, daily living tasks, and promoting independence while ensuring dignity and respect.

Key Responsibilities

1. Personal Care & Support
   1. Assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
   2. Supporting with mobility and use of aids (e.g., hoists, walking frames).
   3. Assisting with medication reminders in line with care plans.
2. Household & Practical Support
   1. Preparing and serving meals and drinks according to dietary requirements.
   2. Performing light domestic tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
   3. Supporting service users with household management as needed.
3. Emotional & Social Support
   1. Encouraging social engagement and companionship.
   2. Promoting independence and dignity at all times.
4. Health & Safety Compliance
   1. Observing and reporting any changes in health or well-being to supervisors.
   2. Following infection control procedures and maintaining a clean environment.
   3. Adhering to safeguarding policies to protect vulnerable individuals.
5. Record Keeping & Communication
   1. Completing accurate care records and reporting concerns promptly.
   2. Communicating effectively with service users, families, and colleagues.

Essential Criteria

• A caring and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for record-keeping.

Desirable Criteria

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Full training will be provided Enhanced AccessNI check required.

Additional Information

• Enhanced AccessNI check required.
• Training provided, including manual handling, first aid.
• Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Mileage allowance for travel between service users' homes.

Benefits

• £1000 sign on bonus
• £0.35p per mile
• Paid training + Paid Shadowing
• Wellbeing + Support Package
• Optional Pension Schemes
• Free NVQ Level 2/3 Health and Social Care

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