Care Professional - Waking Nights

Home Instead; Bristol; Sur place; GBP 20 664; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay rate

Paid annual leave

Full training provided

Employee assistance program

Résumé du poste

A leading home care provider in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Care Professional to work waking night shifts. The role involves providing comprehensive support for a client with Alzheimer's, ensuring safety, and assisting with personal care. Successful candidates will need strong attention to detail and will receive thorough training. This position comes with a competitive pay rate of £15.00 per hour, paid leave, and ongoing support. If you are committed to high-quality care, apply to make a difference in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work night shifts (22:00 to 07:00).
• Physical capability to assist with personal care tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.

Responsabilités

• Maintain a vigilant presence throughout the night shift.
• Assist with personal care tasks while maintaining dignity.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and ensure safety.

Connaissances

Commitment to high-quality care

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Description du poste

Home Insteadis the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With award winning training and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust which enables us to provide personalised support.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Care Professional to work waking night shifts from 22:00 to 07:00 to support our client in Oldland Common, Bristol.

Waking nights are needed every other Wednesday and every Thursday night.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive care to our client who has Alzheimer's and needs reassurance and support throughout the night. Please note that the client's Live-in Care Professional will be on the premises at all times.
Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain a vigilant presence throughout the night shift, ensuring the client's safety and comfort at all times.
• Assist with personal care tasks, such as toileting, while maintaining the client's dignity and comfort.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all care provided, and any notable events during the shift.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies that may arise, following established protocols and contacting emergency services if necessary.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment for the client, including regular tidying and sanitisation of the care area.
• Communicate effectively with Live-in care staff to ensure continuity of care and seamless handover of information.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain and enhance skills relevant to the client's specific needs.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies, procedures and care plans to ensure the highest standard of care is consistently delivered.

This role requires a high level of responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while providing compassionate and professional care.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Commitment to providing high-quality care for individuals with complex medical needs
• Willingness to work night shifts (22:00 to 07:00 every other Wednesday and every Thursday) and maintain alertness throughout the shift
• Physical capability to assist with personal care tasks
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions
• Excellent communication skills for effective handovers and record-keeping.

Training and Development:

• Training will be provided to ensure competence in all aspects of the role
• Training will consist of a combination of online modules and in-person practical sessions
• Ongoing professional development opportunities will be available to enhance skills and knowledge

Please note: Successful candidates must demonstrate a serious commitment to their professional development and the wellbeing of our clients.

Additional Information

What we offer our Care Professionals:

• Competitive pay rate of £15.00 per hour
• Paid annual leave
• Blue Light Card annual fee paid
• PPE provided
• Full training provided
• Ongoing support from the office
• Employee assistance program
• Working for a team that feels like family

If you're looking for work which enables you to really make a difference and is extremely rewarding, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on 0117 435 0065.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Insteadis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.