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AESN LIMITED; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service is seeking a compassionate Support Worker Assistant to join a care team. The role involves assisting residents in daily activities, following care plans, and providing companionship in care homes or home care settings.

The position is temporary with zero-hours shifts up to 40 hours per week. Ideal candidates will have DBS clearance after interview and Moving and Handling training, with willingness to travel up to 75% and to work in

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans accurately.
• Good English communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Care experience

English communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Documentation

Education

Enhanced DBS

Moving and Handling Training

Tools

Record keeping software

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: Kingston-upon-Thames (KT4, KT12, KT16)

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service