Carer-Leeds

Aegis Care Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full in-house induction programme

Professional training and support

Job summary

A home care provider in Leeds is seeking compassionate individuals to support people in their homes. The role includes assisting with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration. Ideal candidates have excellent interpersonal skills and a caring attitude. This position offers a comprehensive training program and requires enhanced DBS check and COVID vaccination.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS Check and 2 Satisfactory References Required.
• COVID Vaccine is mandatory unless medically exempt.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live independently in their own homes.
• Assist clients with personal care tasks including washing and dressing.
• Prepare meals and supervise clients during meals.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Empathy and compassion for others

Ability to work as part of a team

Highly developed communication skills (written and oral)

Job description

Job Type: Full time, Part time, Permanent, Contract

Job Description

Support people to live independently in their own homes/communities.

Daily Living Tasks

• Personal Care (washing, dressing, continence care)
• Shopping
• Light domestic duties (laundry, cleaning, etc.)
• Preparing meals.
• Ensuring paperwork is completed accurately.
• Maintaining professional standards at all times.
• Work effectively on your own initiative and also as part of a team.

Persona/Care

• Washing
• Bathing
• Dressing/Undressing
• Dental Hygiene
• Putting to Bed / Moving and Handling
• Using the hoist in conjunction with another care worker to mobilise service users
• Toileting: Accompanying Clients to the toilet
• Assisting clients in the use of the commode
• Emptying of the commode
• Changing incontinence pads
• Ensuring clients are comfortable when toileting
• Ensuring clients are clean after toileting
• Meals / Hydration: Supervising clients with meals
• Preparing light snacks
• Reheating meals
• Providing clients with hot/cold drinks
• Feeding clients that are unable to do so for themselves
• Medication: Prompt or administration of medication when instructed by the registered manager

Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Approachable and friendly manner
• Empathy and compassion for others
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to assimilate information quickly
• Taking appropriate actions when required
• Ability to prioritise and organise
• Highly developed communication skills (written and oral)

Personal Style

• Caring
• A confident and positive approach
• Strong sense of personal responsibility

We offer a full in-house induction programme, where you will receive all the training you need through a week long induction programme along with 1-2 weeks shadowing of an experienced Care Worker.

Enhanced DBS Check and 2 Satisfactory References Required.

CURRENTLY RECRUITING OVERSEAS/FOR WORK PERMIT

*COVID Vaccine is now mandatory for all of our staff unless medically exempt (we would need evidence from a medical professional).

For more information on any of our home care services or to discuss working together, please contact our friendly team today.