Peripatetic Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Brackley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Barchester Care Homes is seeking a Peripatetic Care Assistant to deliver warm, empathetic care across a 20-mile radius. You will monitor care delivery, contribute to person-centred care planning, and record observations on temperature and blood pressure during shifts.

A UK driving licence is essential, as you will travel between care homes. Mileage is covered when you travel beyond five miles from your home, and on inspection days with a Good rating you may qualify for a bonus.

Qualifications

• Care experience is preferred for the role.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care would be useful.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor delivery of care on duty.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning for each resident.
• Record observations such as temperature and blood pressure.
• Provide companionship and engage residents in meaningful activities.

Skills

Care experience

Empathy

Good communication

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

You must hold a UK Driving License for this role - the role will involve travelling to care homes within a 20 mile radius and covering both days and nights if needed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Peripatetic Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Peripatetic Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

ABOUT YOU

A background in care is important for the role of Peripatetic Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

• Free training and development for all roles


• Access to wellbeing and support tools


• A range of retail discounts and savings


• Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme


• Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

*Terms and conditions apply.