Domiciliary Care Assistant

Prime Healthcare Solutions Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Solutions Ltd is seeking a Domiciliary Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care in clients' homes across the community. You will support daily living tasks, companionship and independence with dignity, following care plans and safety procedures.

Flexible working patterns, travel between visits, and PPE provided. Previous care experience is desirable, and training opportunities are available to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate caring and compassionate nature.
• Good communication and listening skills are essential.
• Reliable and punctual with the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required.
• Desirable: NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks with dignity and respect.
• Provide companionship and support independence during visits.
• Support meals, hydration, light household tasks and mobility assistance.
• Follow care plans, maintain records and observe safety protocols.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Patient

Excellent communication

Listening skills

Reliable

Punctual

Teamwork

Independence

Literacy and numeracy

Willingness to training

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Willingness to work towards

Job description

Domiciliary Care Assistant

Job Summary

A Domiciliary Care Assistant provides compassionate, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. The role supports people to live independently, safely and with dignity by assisting with daily living tasks, companionship and emotional support.

This role is ideal for caring, reliable individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in their local community

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Assist with washing, bathing, showering and personal hygiene
• Support with dressing, grooming and toileting
• Assist with mobility, transfers and use of mobility aids
• Support continence care where required

Daily Living Support

• Help service users prepare meals and drinks
• Assist with feeding where necessary
• Prompt or administer medication in line with care plans and training
• Support with light household tasks (laundry, cleaning, shopping)

Emotional & Social Support

• Provide companionship and meaningful conversation
• Encourage independence and confidence
• Support social outings, appointments and activities
• Monitor wellbeing and report concerns

Health & Safety

• Follow individual care plans and risk assessments
• Maintain accurate daily care records and report changes
• Follow safeguarding, infection control and health & safety policies
• Maintain confidentiality and respect at all times

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Caring, compassionate and patient nature
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Willingness to undertake training and development

Desirable

• Previous care experience within domiciliary care
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)

Working Conditions

• Work takes place in clients' homes in the community
• Flexible working patterns including mornings, evenings and weekends
• Travel between visits required
• Uniform and PPE provided