Care Assistant

As a salaried in-home elderly Care Assistant, you will visit your clients in their own homes to provide care and companionship. Our visits of two hours or more means that you are there for those little moments, like reading the papers, crafting, baking or drinking tea in the garden, ultimately building and nurturing relationships that will last for life.

Responsibilities

Providing friendly companionship; Assisting clients with personal care; Helping with light housekeeping; Assisting with outings; Supporting clients with taking medication; Assisting clients with walking, mobility, and light exercise; Planning and preparing meals; Writing updates in the communication book after each visit; Monitoring and paying attention to the overall welfare of clients and reporting any changes or concerns to the office; Forming positive relationships with family members and friends; During sleepover packages, assist clients throughout the night

Requirements

Empathy and patience; Commitment and reliability; Good verbal and written communication; Proof of right to work in the UK; To pass the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) or the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks; A driving licence and car are essential.

Nice to have

People who bring out the best in others

Benefits

First-class training and ongoing development, delivered by our Bright Care Training Academy; A contract with a guaranteed working pattern agreed in advance with your Care Manager; Good work-life balance; All mileage paid, as well as covered public transport cost; A contribution of up to £100 towards travel between Scotland and England if required; Accrued paid holidays