Support Worker

Kerry Collins Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral programme

Job summary

Kerry Collins Recruitment is seeking compassionate Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join a caring team delivering personalised support in home care, assisted living and nursing home settings around Oxford.

You will assist with daily living activities, meal preparation, and medication administration, monitor health changes, and provide companionship while collaborating with healthcare professionals to create individual care plans for clients, including seniors and those with dementia.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior care or hospice care preferred.
• Ability to administer medications safely.
• Experience in home care or nursing homes beneficial.
• Excellent communication with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Administer medication as prescribed and monitor health status.
• Support dementia care and maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Maintain accurate care records.

Skills

Patient care

Dementia care

Medication administration

Home care

Nursing home experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Job description

Support Worker and Healthcare Assistants - Agency

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Workers AND Healthcare Assistants to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to individuals in various settings, including home care, assisted living, and nursing homes. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for those in need, particularly seniors and individuals with dementia or other health challenges. As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for delivering personalised care while ensuring the dignity and respect of each individual.

Duties as a Support Worker

• Provide patient care and assistance with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and grooming.
• Offer dementia care support, ensuring a safe and comforting environment for individuals experiencing cognitive challenges.
• Assist with meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs are met according to dietary requirements.
• Administer medication as prescribed and monitor the health status of clients, reporting any changes to relevant professionals.
• Engage in meaningful activities that promote social interaction and mental stimulation for clients.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any observations during shifts.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualised care plans.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a trusting relationship.

Skills as a Support Worker

• Strong background in patient care, with experience in senior care or hospice care preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia care principles and practices is highly advantageous.
• Ability to perform medication administration safely and effectively.
• Experience in home care settings or nursing homes is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and their families.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are essential qualities for this role.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

• Referral programme

Physical Setting

• Care home
• Nursing home
• Residential home
• Supported living

Work days

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Language

• English (required)

Work Location: In person