Right at Home UK Care Assistant (Nottingham North)
Location: Nottingham
Hourly Rate: £14.57 - £15.69
Start Date: As soon as possible
Hours per week: TBC
Job Description
Benefits:
* Award winning training and on-going career development
* competitive salary of £14.57 hourly rate to £15.69 early/late shifts, nights and weekends
* ongoing support and recognition in a rewarding role
* Be part of a "family feel" enthusiastic and supportive team of care assistants
* Mileage allowance of 40p/mile
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Ensure the highest possible levels of care provision are maintained at all times
* To undertake all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Right at Home at all times
* Liaise closely with the Registered Manager at all times, reporting any concerns, changes or difficulties regarding clients
* Duties will include aspects of personal care to allow Clients to maintain their personal hygiene, appearance and physical comfort
* Assisting in the preparation and making of meals, drink and snacks, enabling people who use our services to maintain a good level of nutrition and hydration
* To provide assistance with other tasks of daily living which may include cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of their environment, shopping, laundry and bill paying
* To assist Clients to take medication as identified in their care plan and depending on the level of training received by the individual Care Assistant
* Participate in team meetings, staff events, attend any training provided by the company and reviews as required
* To work as part of a team with colleagues and work closely with other agencies involved with the Clients care for example District Nurses and contribute to the effectiveness of the Right at Home team
* To work in accordance with the weekly work schedule and maintain timely records such as communication sheets and MAR Charts in a clear, legible and professional manner
* To provide social support, talking and listening to the Client, helping them to maintain contact with friends and family and other contacts in potentially isolating situations
* To contribute to the safe moving and handling of Clients to maximise their physical abilities and mobility
* Act on own initiative and exercise decision making skills, as far as possible and wherever appropriate and develop knowledge and good practice
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
No experience required as a full induction and ongoing training will be provided
Good verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience working in a Care role is desirable but not essential
Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills
Abilities, Skills & Behaviours
* A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote wellbeing through positive attitude and work practices
* The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member.
* Willingness to participate in continuing professional development
* Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs
* Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish operational goals and objectives
* Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to client group with the ability to build professional relationships
* Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation
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