Care Worker/Home Carer

Leading Edge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Edge in London, United Kingdom is seeking compassionate Care Workers / Home Carers to provide high-quality support to individuals in need. You will assist with daily living activities and personal care, while upholding dignity and independence.

Ideal candidates show empathy, reliability, and good communication; prior care experience is preferred. The role may involve shift work including weekends and nights, with documentation of care progress and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or healthcare is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient and responsible approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and nights where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily activities.
• Assist with washing, dressing, mobility, meals, and medication as required.
• Monitor clients' wellbeing and report changes appropriately.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate care records and daily documentation.
• Follow individual care plans, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, families, and care teams.

Skills

Compassion

Good communication

Teamwork

Independence

Shift work

Education

UK care qualification (advantage)

Job description

Location: London,United Kingdom
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and employer
Work Setting: Residential Care / Home Care / Domiciliary Care

Role Overview

Our client is seeking compassionate and reliable Care Workers / Home Carers to provide high-quality care and support to individuals who require assistance with daily living. The ideal candidate will be caring, patient, responsible, and committed to maintaining clients' dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily activities.
• Assist with washing, dressing, mobility, meals, and medication as required.
• Monitor clients' wellbeing and report changes appropriately.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate care records and daily documentation.
• Follow individual care plans, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, families, and care teams.

Requirements

• Previous experience in care, healthcare, or a similar role is preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and responsible approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and nights where required.
• Relevant UK-recognised care qualification is an advantage.

Care Worker/Home Carer London, United Kingdom