Support worker / Home Care Assistant - City of Westminster

Home Instead Senior Care; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established home care provider, where your role as a Support Worker will make a real difference in the lives of individuals. This position involves facilitating community engagement, assisting with daily tasks, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients. With flexible working hours, unwavering support from management, and opportunities for recognition, this role is perfect for those passionate about person-centred care. Be part of a company that values your contributions and offers a supportive environment to thrive in your career. If you're ready to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible working hours

24-hour on-call assistance

Dedicated Manager and Coordinator

Contributory Pension Scheme

Service length awards

Social events

Qualifications

• Experience with Dementia is a strong advantage.
• Ability to provide one-on-one support in clients' homes.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate community engagement and assist with meal preparation.
• Support individuals with household tasks and administer medication.

Skills

Person-centred care

Community engagement

Medication administration

Support for individuals with Dementia

Household task support

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead Westminster is a well-established home care provider recognized for its commitment to excellence in care and its unwavering dedication to our clients. We take pride in being rated as an 'Outstanding' provider by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), a testament to our exceptional standards and quality of service.

Job Description

Home Instead Westminster is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our Award-Winning team. If you're an experienced, dedicated Support Worker with a deep understanding of individuals' needs and the importance of person-centred care, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Facilitating community engagement and participation. Our clients are very much part of their communities.
2. Assisting with meal preparation, while promoting the client’s active participation.
3. Supporting individuals with household tasks and upkeep.
4. Administering medication.
5. Accompanying individuals on outings and activities.
6. Coordinating and attending medical appointments.
7. Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Benefits of Working with Us:

1. Flexible working hours that cater to your schedule ensuring a balance of work and personal commitments.
2. Unwavering support with 24-hour on-call assistance and your own dedicated Manager and Coordinator to support you day to day.
3. A Contributory Pension Scheme to plan for your future.
4. Service length awards and recognition.
5. Social events, summer parties, winter parties.

Qualifications:

1. Experience with Dementia is a strong advantage.
2. Provide one-on-one support in clients' homes.
3. Cultivate a positive and supportive environment that promotes independence and well-being.
4. Always ensure the safety and well-being of clients.

Additional Information

If you want to work for a business that makes a real difference to someone’s life and be a pivotal part of our team, we would love to hear from you.