Reablement Care Assistant

SeeMeHired; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid training and development

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light Card access

Annual salary review

Job summary

Herts at Home is seeking a care assistant to deliver direct care in clients' homes across Hertfordshire. The role involves assisting with personal care tasks, meal preparation, and medication support, while monitoring clients’ well-being and recording essential data.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of care experience, own transport or valid license, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Extra perks include enhanced holidays, pension, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Direct care experience in home or community settings.
• Experience assisting with personal care and medications is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and observation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including bathing and dressing.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Monitor and record vital signs and report changes.
• Assist with mobility and moving and handling as needed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Independent work

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Team player

Valid driving licence

Job description

Providing direct care and support to clients in their homes or community settings. Assisting with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing. Administering medications. Monitor and record clients' vital signs and report any changes or concerns. Assist with meal planning and preparation. Carry out moving and assisting techniques specific to the clients needs. Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive and nurturing environment

A valid drivers licence and access to own vehicle is essential for this role, Are you a care assistant with at least 2 years' experience?

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others
• Flexibility in schedule to accommodate client needs
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Herts at Home are a lead care provider working with Hertfordshire county council and we provide care for people living in their own homes in the community.
• + £15.53 per hour & 40 pence per mile paid mileage between your calls

• + Block contract - you are paid from the start of your shift to the end and not just for the time you are in a visit
• + Enhanced bank holiday pay
• + Annual salary review
• + Herts Rewards - Employee discount programme
• + Access to Blue Light Card
• + £100 Amazon voucher with our Refer a friend Scheme
• + Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & wellbeing support
• + Pension
• + Paid ongoing training and development with opportunity to gain recognised qualifications
• + Career progression opportunities
• + Staff recognition scheme
• + Paid Training and apprenticeship opportunities to gain recognised qualifications