Job Title: Care Professional (Health Care Assistant)
Location: Colchester & Tendring
Contract: Full-Time, Part-Time, Flexible
Shifts: 07:00 - 15:00 or 14:00 - 22:00
Salary: £12.00 per hour weekdays, £12.50 per hour weekends, mileage paid @ 45 pence per mile.
Join us on our mission
Radfield Home Care specialises in personalised, private home care for older people in their own home. We’re a national leader in home care innovation and a fast-growing, multi-award winning business.
Our mission is to make ageing a more enjoyable and rewarding experience for all involved. Our care professionals have a huge role to play in making it happen.
The important bits for you!
* UK Driving License & own vehicle required.
* £12.00 per hour (weekdays).
* £12.50 per hour at weekends.
* Paid travel time & paid mileage (45p per mile).
* Enhanced rate of pay at bank holidays.
* Comprehensive induction & training package, paid for at usual hourly rate.
* Hours include earlies, evenings, and alternate weekends (or weekends only if you prefer).
* Paid DBS.
* Great work/life balance.
* Regular clients at regular times.
* Fantastic career progression and fully funded Care Certificate.
* Ongoing, paid training - including Apprenticeships and accredited courses.
* Being part of a service that will value you, and a company to be proud of.
Job Description
To provide the highest standard of care and support to our clients, enhancing their wellbeing and promoting independence.
Care duties for each individual client will be clearly stated in their Care Plan and may vary depending on the client’s needs.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Meeting the personal care needs of our clients in a way that respects their dignity and promotes independence.
* Assisting clients with getting in and out of bed, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing, and using the toilet.
* Supporting clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities.
* Providing care for clients who are temporarily sick.
* Helping care for clients who are dying.
* Promoting mental and physical well-being through activities.
* Undertaking light household tasks.
* Preparing and serving meals; assisting clients with eating and drinking.
* Greet visitors and answer the telephone as needed.
* Reading and writing care reports.
* Maintaining hygiene standards and using personal protective equipment.
* Complying with Radfield Home Care’s guidelines and policies.
* Reporting significant changes in clients' health or circumstances.
* Encouraging clients to remain independent.
* Reporting any risks to clients or staff.
* Attending staff and client meetings as requested.
* Attending training courses as required.
* Promoting Radfield Home Care through marketing activities.
* Maintaining a positive professional profile within the community.
* Coming into the office at least once a week for paperwork and client information.
* Performing other duties as may reasonably be required.
#CarePro
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00-£12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 30 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Flexitime
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
* Weekends only
Licence/Certification:
* Full UK Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: RHCCFC171723
#J-18808-Ljbffr