CareGiver: Sunday - Tuesday

Right at Home; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local homecare provider in Solihull seeks a Care Assistant to support vulnerable adults in their homes. The role offers flexible hours with competitive pay ranging from £12.50 to £13.50 per hour. Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, and assisting with daily living tasks. Ideal for candidates with a caring attitude and a desire to make a difference. Training provided, no experience necessary.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Promotion of work-life balance

Flexible hours

Referral programme

Blue Light Discount Card

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and valid UK or EU/EEA driving licence.
• Commit to attending a 3-day paid training course.
• Located within a 7-mile radius of Solihull.

Responsibilities

• Motivate Clients to get the most out of their day.
• Ensure highest levels of care provision are maintained.
• Assist with personal care, washing and dressing.
• Administer medication as identified in the care plan.
• Assist Clients with daily living tasks.

Skills

Driving licence

Personal care

Medication administration

Meal preparation

Housekeeping

Job description

Right at Home Solihull is a local, quality, homecare provider who supports vulnerable adults to receive the care and companionship they need in their own home.

We have an unparalleled reputation of being a respectful, compassionate and trusted provider of quality homecare making us a real employer of choice.

Hourly Rate:£12.50 - £13.50

Availability:8am - 7pm

Hours Per Week:4-16

Requirements of a Care Assistant:

· Must hold a full and valid UK or EU/EEA driving licence and have access to own vehicle

· Commit to attending a 3-day paid training course

· Located within an 7-mile radius of Solihull

· Have or be willing to obtain business vehicle insurance

What we offer:

· Competitive hourly rates from £12.50p/h - £13.50p/h and mileage pay at 35p p/m

· Award-winning training and ongoing support to make sure you are comfortable and confident in your role

· Access to further learning such as the Care Certificate, and Social Care Diplomas

· Clear career progression routes

· Flexible hours

· Holiday Pay

· A role that offers something different every day and plenty of job satisfaction

By becoming a CareGiver, you are not only support people to live a happier and fulfilled life, you will also become an integral part of ensuring their families can have peace of mind knowing that their loved one is in the best hands.

Main Duties & Responsibilities will include:

· Motivating Clients to get the most out of their day

· Ensuring the highest possible levels of care provision are maintained at all times

· Working closely with the Registered Manager reporting any concerns, changes or difficulties regarding clients

· Personal care by assisting clients with washing and dressing, enabling clients to maintain personal hygiene, appearance and physical comfort

· Administering medication as identified in their care plan using your comprehensive training programme.

· Housekeeping, assisting with daily living tasks such as cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of their environment as well as shopping, laundry and bill paying

· Meal preparation, assisting in the preparation of meals, drinks and snacks enabling a good level of nutrition and hydration

· Taking Clients for appointments or outings

· Participate in team meeting, staff events, attend any training provided by the company and reviews as required

· Contribute to the safe moving and handling of Clients to maximise their physical abilities and mobility

Each of our Clients have a personalised care plan including a one page profile which is tailored to their specific needs, hobbies and interests. We then accurately match our CareGivers to each Client to maximise daily interaction, this way both our Clients and CareGivers can get the most out of the time spent together.

Our service is focused on the desired outcomes of the Client, each visit should accomplish, or work towards, a key goal or activity that our Clients wish to achieve. You could be the one to make these special and important moments happen.

You do not need to have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply. This could be the start of your new career!

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of personal or protected characteristics.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Referral programme
• Store discount
• Blue Light Discount Card