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AESN LIMITED; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

We are seeking a compassionate Support Worker Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality care in care homes or home care services. The role emphasizes compassionate care, respectful engagement, and teamwork to support residents in daily activities and personal needs.

Applicants should have English communication skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work both independently and with others. DBS and Moving and Handling training are required after interview; shifts include

Qualifications

• Experience in supported living, care homes, or home care is advantageous.
• Knowledge of care plans and ability to follow them accurately.
• Enhanced DBS and Moving and Handling training after interview.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene and mobility.
• Support care plans and ensure personalised needs are met with compassion.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Help with meal preparation and assist during mealtimes.
• Maintain accurate records of care and report concerns to senior staff.
• Support light domestic tasks to keep a clean, safe environment.
• Drive or accompany residents on outings or appointments when necessary.
• Adhere to health and safety policies, including infection control.

Skills

Excellent communication

Compassionate attitude

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork and independence

Organised and reliable

IT skills

Tools

IT skills for records

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in care homes or receiving home care services. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on residents’ lives while developing valuable skills within the healthcare sector. The role requires excellent communication skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility
• Support individuals with their care plans, ensuring personalised needs are met with compassion and respect
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents or clients
• Help with meal preparation and assist during mealtimes as required
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any concerns to senior staff
• Support with light domestic tasks to ensure a clean and safe environment
• Drive or accompany residents on outings or appointments, where necessary
• Adhere to health and safety policies, including infection control procedures

Skills and Requirements

• Experience working in a Supported living or care homes or providing home care is advantageous; online trainings will be provided
• Knowledge of care plans and the ability to follow them accurately
• Good IT skills for maintaining records and documentation
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Compassionate attitude with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently when required
• Organised, reliable, and attentive to detail in all aspects of care delivery

Job Types: Temporary, Zero hours contract - Shifts of upto 40 hours a week available

Experience

Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Enhanced DBS (required after interview)
• Moving and Handling of People (Practical) Training? (required after interview)

United Kingdom (required)

Willingness to travel

75% (preferred)

Work Location

In person: Aylesbury (HP6, HP13)

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