Compassionate Community Carer - Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Advinia; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free flu jabs

Referral programme

Job summary

Advinia seeks compassionate community carers to provide essential support to individuals in need. You will assist with daily living activities, administer medications, and promote safety and well‑being in a caring, team‑oriented environment.

Positions include full-time, part-time, temporary, temp-to-perm, and zero hours contracts. Pay ranges from £12.71 to £14.50 per hour, with benefits such as a company pension, free flu jabs, and a referral programme.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving preferred but not essential; training provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are essential qualities for this role.
• Ability to follow care plans and adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required.
• A valid driving license with access to a vehicle is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
• Administer medication as prescribed and monitor clients for health or behaviour changes.
• Help with mobility and physical exercises to promote physical well-being.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure a clean and safe living environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
• Engage clients in social activities and encourage participation in hobbies or interests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Care plan adherence

Flexibility

Driving license

Job description

Advinia seeks compassionate community carers to provide essential support to individuals in need. You will assist with daily living activities, administer medications, and promote safety and well‑being in a caring, team‑oriented environment.

Positions include full-time, part-time, temporary, temp-to-perm, and zero hours contracts. Pay ranges from £12.71 to £14.50 per hour, with benefits such as a company pension, free flu jabs, and a referral programme.