Community Care Assistant

SLL35202; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Canterbury is seeking a part-time Community Care Assistant to deliver personalized care and support to individuals in their homes. The ideal candidate will assist with personal care, mobility, and medication administration, while also providing companionship. Strong interpersonal skills and compassion are essential. The role offers benefits including flexitime and a company pension. A DBS check will be required for the position.

Benefits

Flexitime

Company pension

Employee mentoring programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience caring for elderly service users in their homes.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Knowledge of medication administration protocols.
• Understanding of safe moving and handling.
• Relevant social care training or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing and grooming.
• Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting.
• Administer medication as prescribed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding.
• Monitor and report changes in health or behavior.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Maintain documentation of care provided.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy

Job description

Community care assistant

Savanna Living Limited is a care provider dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. We pride ourselves in delivering personalised care and support to our service users in the comfort of their own homes.

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated community carers to provide essential support to individuals in their own homes. As a community carer, you will play a vital role in assisting service users with their daily activities and ensuring their overall well‑being. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance to service users, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary
• Companionship
• Prompt/Administer medication according to prescribed schedules
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if required
• Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Monitor and report any changes in service users’ health or behaviour
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, such as district nurses, to ensure fully integrated and coordinated care
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided
• Help service users with accessing local communities, including shopping, attending appointments and activities, days out

Experience

• Previous experience of caring for elderly service users in their own homes
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in medication administration protocols
• Knowledge of safe moving and handling
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism
• Relevant social care mandatory training or willing to obtain this

What kind of person are we looking for?

• Compassionate and patient
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent report‑writing skills
• Team player
• Reliable and punctual
• More importantly, someone who is passionate about caring

Does this sound like you? Join our team of dedicated community carers and make a positive impact on the lives of the people we support. Apply now to be part of our caring family- via this platform or on our website, www.savannaliving.co.uk

Please note that this position does NOT offer visa sponsorship.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits

• Flexitime
• Company pension
• Employee mentoring programme

Please be advised that a full DBS check will be carried out for the right candidate.