Live-in Spinal Care Assistant | Flexible Hours & Training

Abbots Care; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage pay

Training paid by employer

Open door policy

Job summary

Abbots Care is seeking compassionate live-in carers to support a client with a spinal injury in Balham. Join the Specialist Spinal Care Team to provide personal care, mobility support, and medication administration in the client’s home.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. In-house training and development opportunities are available to advance your care skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in delivering spinal care is preferred but not essential.
• Compassionate and patient individual with a strong desire to help others.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Willingness to undertake inhouse training and development opportunities to support your role.
• Flexibility, reliability and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including assistance with bowel management and catheter care.
• Support with mobility and rehabilitation exercises such as hydrotherapy and home exercise plans for those with a spinal injury.
• Administer medications as prescribed, recording on our electronical MarChart whilst monitoring, documenting and reporting changes in health.
• Assisting with cooking and meal preparation, maintaining a nutritious and balanced diet.
• Offer emotional support and companionship, as well as person centered care to enhance the client’s quality of life.
• Help manage daily activities and routines and social activities, promoting independence.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Abbots Care is seeking compassionate live-in carers to support a client with a spinal injury in Balham. Join the Specialist Spinal Care Team to provide personal care, mobility support, and medication administration in the client’s home.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. In-house training and development opportunities are available to advance your care skills.