Support and Care Practitioner

Vintage Revelations; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Tewkesbury is seeking a compassionate Community Care Worker to provide vital support and assistance to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will assist with personal care tasks, prepare meals, and administer medications while also offering companionship and emotional support. Previous experience in a nursing home or hospice setting is preferred, along with strong communication skills and a caring nature. This position offers a bank contract and various benefits including additional leave and a company pension.

Benefits

Additional leave

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a nursing home or hospice setting.
• Knowledge of patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to drive to clients' homes or care facilities as needed.
• Strong communication skills to build rapport with clients and families.
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care would be advantageous.
• Home care experience of 1 year is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing and dressing.
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements.
• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
• Support clients with mobility and undertake heavy lifting.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Communication skills

Caring and empathetic approach

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Mobility support

Patient care knowledge

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate Community Care Worker to provide essential support and assistance to individuals in need within the community. The ideal candidate will have a caring nature and a genuine desire to improve the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements
• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals
• Support clients with mobility and undertake heavy lifting when necessary
• Manage challenging behaviours with patience and understanding
• Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals in their homes or nursing facilities
• Implement care plans tailored to each client's specific needs, including hospice care if required

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a nursing home or hospice setting
• Knowledge of patient care practices and procedures
• Ability to drive to clients' homes or care facilities as needed
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families
• A caring and empathetic approach to delivering care services
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care would be advantageous
• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Notes

• We DO NOT provide sponsorship.
• All interviews are physical.

Job Type: Bank (0 hour contract)

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application Questions

We are unable to provide sponsorship. Can you confirm that you are not seeking it?

Education

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Language

• English (required)

Licence/Certification

• UK Driving Licence (required)