Weekend Home Care Assistant: Dignity & Companionship

Faiths Care Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A compassionate home care service provider in Colchester is looking for a Weekend Home Care Assistant to join their caring team. In this role, you'll provide essential care and companionship to clients, ensuring their dignity and well-being. Key responsibilities include personal care, assistance with daily living tasks, and companionship. Excellent communication skills and a caring nature are essential. A valid driver's license is required for client transportation. Benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive training support.

Benefits

Competitive pay of £13.50/hour

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a home care assistant is a bonus but not essential.
• A valid driver's license is essential for transporting clients.
• Comfort with technology for documentation and communication is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support clients with daily living tasks and errands.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Assist with medication management and communicate issues back to management.
• Provide transportation to appointments and errands.
• Update families and care teams on clients' needs regularly.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Caring and patient nature

Basic IT skills

Job description

A compassionate home care service provider in Colchester is looking for a Weekend Home Care Assistant to join their caring team. In this role, you'll provide essential care and companionship to clients, ensuring their dignity and well-being. Key responsibilities include personal care, assistance with daily living tasks, and companionship. Excellent communication skills and a caring nature are essential. A valid driver's license is required for client transportation. Benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive training support.