Domicilliary Carer

Heart to Heart Integrated Care Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Milton Keynes is seeking compassionate individuals to provide high-quality personal care and support to clients in their own homes. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, medication support, and emotional wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and experience in personal care. This position offers a chance to make a positive difference in clients' lives while promoting their dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care to individuals.
• Understanding of medication assistance and care planning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal hygiene, mobility, and household tasks.
• Provide medication support and maintain accurate records.
• Encourage independence and provide emotional support.

Job description

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, person‑centred care and support to individuals in their own homes, enabling them to maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Assist clients with personal hygiene, including washing, bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Support with mobility, transfers, and use of mobility aids
• Assist with continence care and skin care

Medication Support

• Prompt, assist, or administer medication in line with care plans and company policies
• Maintain accurate medication records

Daily Living Support

• Prepare meals and assist with feeding where required
• Support with light household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping
• Assist with appointments and social activities

Emotional & Social Support

• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Encourage independence and social interaction
• Promote mental wellbeing and dignity at all times

Care Planning & Record Keeping

• Follow individual care plans and risk assessments
• Maintain accurate and timely care records
• Report any changes in a client’s condition to the appropriate person

Health & Safety

• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures
• Adhere to infection prevention and control measures
• Report accidents, incidents, or concerns immediately

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and management
• Attend training, supervision, and team meetings as required