Care Assistant

At Care By Us (Part of the CCH Group), we are currently looking for compassionate Care Professionals to join our dedicated branch. As this is a community-based role, you will be traveling to support clients within their local communities. You'll help vulnerable clients live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes following personalised care plans designed to promote dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

Companionship – being a friendly face & preventing loneliness through engaging conversations, activities, and outings; Personal Care – all aspects of personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while maintaining the client's dignity and privacy; Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, providing reminders, and assisting with administration of medication as per care plan guidelines; Nutrition and Mealtimes – preparing tasty and nutritious meals, considering dietary requirements and preferences, and assisting with feeding when necessary; Housekeeping – keeping their home just the way they like it, including light cleaning, laundry, and tidying up living spaces; Mobility Assistance – help with getting around safely, including transfers, walking support, and using mobility aids; Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in the client's physical or mental condition to healthcare professionals and family members; Social Inclusion – encouraging and facilitating participation in community activities and maintaining connections with family and friends; Emotional Support – providing a listening ear, empathy, and reassurance to clients experiencing anxiety, loneliness, or distress; Documentation – maintaining accurate records of care provided, incidents, and any changes in the client's condition; Safety and Emergency Response – ensuring a safe living environment, recognising potential hazards, and responding appropriately to emergencies; Collaboration – working effectively with other care team members, healthcare professionals, and family members to ensure comprehensive and consistent care

Requirements

Genuine empathy, compassion, and respect for others; Reliability and a naturally caring nature; Willingness to learn new skills and develop your career; Great communication and a collaborative team spirit; Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship offered); Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle; Excellent communication skills, compassion, and reliability

Benefits

Guaranteed Hours Available; Full Shift Pay Opportunities; Early Pay Access; Paid Meetings & Shadowing; Company smartphone; 24-hour on-call support; Free uniform; Free Enhanced DBS; Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications; Career progression; Refer a Friend Bonus £300 per referral; Blue Light Card eligibility; Cycle to Work scheme; 28 days annual leave (pro rata); Enhanced occupational maternity, paternity and adoption pay; Pension scheme; Death in Service benefit; Employee Assistance Programme & Well-being Platform; Mileage allowance 30p per mile; Premium pay for working Bank Holidays