Care Assistant

Home Instead; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Reading is seeking a Part-Time Morning Care Assistant to support elderly clients. You'll assist with their morning routines, prepare meals, and provide compassionate companionship. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a warm, empathetic nature. Flexible and reliable with a driving license, you'll join a nurturing team dedicated to making a difference in lives. Enjoy competitive pay, training, and opportunities for career progression while being valued as part of the family.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Opportunities for professional development

Mileage allowance for travel between clients

Qualifications

• No previous experience required – welcome new entrants to the care profession.
• Genuine desire to improve the lives of others.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks to help them get up in the morning.
• Prepare nutritious breakfasts and ensure dietary requirements are met.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Offer companionship and engage in enriching conversations.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Accompany clients to appointments or short outings.
• Monitor and report changes in the client's health and wellbeing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathetic nature

Reliable and flexible approach

Job description

Part-Time Morning Care Assistant Reading

• Part-time
• Date Advert Closes: 01 December 2024

Home Instead Reading is dedicated to providing outstanding care in the community, enabling our clients to live fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes. Our commitment to excellence has made us a leader in home care, and we pride ourselves on our compassionate, personalised approach. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive family that values the difference each member makes in the lives of those we care for.

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Part-Time Morning Care Assistant to join our team in Reading. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of elderly individuals, helping them to start their day with a smile. Your role will involve assisting clients with their morning routines, providing companionship, and ensuring they have everything they need to enjoy their day.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as helping someone with their daily routines to get up in the morning.
• Prepare nutritious breakfasts and ensure any dietary requirements are met.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Offer companionship and engage in conversations, activities, and outings that enrich the client's life.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
• Accompany clients to appointments or on short outings if required.
• Monitor and report changes in the client's health, wellbeing, and environment.

Hours

Part-time mornings, including weekends on a rota basis. Specific hours to be discussed at interview.

We Offer

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced rates for weekends.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support – we’re committed to helping you develop.
• A positive and nurturing work environment where you’re valued as part of the family.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Mileage allowance for travel between clients.

Ideal Candidate

• No previous experience required – we welcome new entrants to the care profession.
• A warm, empathetic nature and a genuine desire to improve the lives of others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and their families.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Willingness to undergo DBS checks and provide references.
• Driving Licence and Reliable Vehicle is required.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about providing care that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be perfect for this role to our recruitment team.

Join us at Home Instead Reading and be part of a team that cares deeply about its work and the people it supports. Your role as a Care Assistant will be more than just a job; it will be an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our clients every day.