Care Worker - Lewisham

Virtual Hire Staffing; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Paid training

Supportive and friendly team environment

Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle

Employee assistance program and wellbeing support

Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Job summary

A reputable healthcare facility is seeking a compassionate Care Worker to provide essential support to individuals. Responsibilities include personal care, administering medication, and promoting well-being. The ideal candidate will have experience in the care setting and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive rates, flexible working hours, and a friendly team environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated individual with previous experience in a care setting.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks and administer medication.
• Engage clients in activities to promote social interaction and cognitive stimulation.

Skills

First Aid and CPR

Medication Management

Care Plan Implementation

Mobility and Transfer Techniques

Communication

Job description

Required Skills

• First Aid and CPR
• Medication Management
• Care Plan Implementation
• Mobility and Transfer Techniques
• Communication

Job Summary

Our client, a reputable healthcare facility, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Worker to join their team. This role involves providing essential care and support to individuals in need, ensuring their physical and emotional well‑being is maintained. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a care setting, possess excellent communication skills, and have a genuine passion for helping others. Responsibilities may include assisting with personal care tasks, administering medication, and engaging clients in activities to promote social interaction and cognitive stimulation. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. If you are a caring and empathetic individual looking to pursue a career in the care industry, apply now to join our client’s team.

Technical Skills

Provided compassionate and dignified care to a diverse range of clients, assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility. Administered and managed medication schedules accurately, maintaining meticulous records to ensure client safety and well‑being. Developed and implemented person‑centered care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, tailoring support to meet individual client needs and preferences. Fostered a supportive and engaging environment by organizing and leading activities that promoted social interaction and cognitive stimulation. Maintained open and effective communication with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure a high standard of care and support.

Job Responsibilities

• Competitive rates
• Paid training
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing support
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Personal Care: Assisting with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and toileting.
• Medication Management: Administering or reminding clients to take their prescribed medication at the correct times, and keeping accurate records.
• Companionship and Emotional Support: Providing a friendly and supportive presence, engaging clients in conversation, and promoting their mental and emotional well‑being.
• Meal Preparation and Nutritional Support: Preparing meals that meet a client’s dietary needs and preferences, and assisting with feeding if necessary.
• Mobility Assistance: Helping clients move safely around their home, including transfers between a bed and chair, and assisting with mobility aids.
• Household Tasks: Performing light domestic duties such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Social and Recreational Activities: Encouraging and assisting clients to participate in hobbies, social events, and other activities that promote cognitive stimulation and community engagement.
• Health Monitoring and Record Keeping: Observing and reporting any changes in a client’s health or behaviour to the appropriate healthcare professionals. This includes maintaining accurate records of care provided.
• Dignity and Respect: Upholding the client’s dignity, privacy, and independence at all times, and ensuring that care is person‑centered and respects their individual choices.

Job Benefits

• Competitive rates
• Paid training
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing support
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Experience

Provided compassionate and dignified care to a diverse range of clients, assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility. Administered and managed medication schedules accurately, maintaining meticulous records to ensure client safety and well‑being. Developed and implemented person‑centered care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, tailoring support to meet individual client needs and preferences. Fostered a supportive and engaging environment by organizing and leading activities that promoted social interaction and cognitive stimulation. Maintained open and effective communication with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure a high standard of care and support.