At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients with personal care, companionship, and health monitoring.
- Company: Compassionate care provider dedicated to enhancing clients' quality of life.
- Benefits: Holiday pay, mileage payment, and travel time for full-time staff.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy flexible working opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Must be a female carer with a valid UK driving licence and right to work.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 16.5 Β£ per hour.
Requirements: Female carers who have a car and drives, urgently needed in Wokingham, Earley, Reading, Tilehurst, Theale and Newbury area.
They must have a right to work in the UK and must have a valid UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Holiday pay
- Mileage payment
* Travel time (Applicable to full time staff) Key Responsibilities
1. Personal Care
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Support clients with mobility, using appropriate equipment and techniques to ensure safety.
2. Domestic Support
- Perform light household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintain a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Assist with meal planning, preparation, and feeding, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
- Manage shopping needs, either independently or accompanying clients, to ensure adequate supplies.
3. Companionship and Social Support
- Provide emotional support and companionship, engaging clients in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Encourage and support clients to participate in social and recreational activities, both within the home and in the community.
- Accompany clients to appointments, social events, or on outings, as required.
4. Health Monitoring
- Observe and report any changes in clients' health, behaviour, or needs to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided, incidents, and observations.
- Assist in the development and review of personalised care plans, ensuring they reflect current needs and preferences.
5. Compliance and Professionalism
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those related to health and safety, confidentiality, and safeguarding.
- Participate in mandatory training sessions and continuous professional development opportunities.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times, representing the company positively
Care Assistant Support Worker in Reading employer: Risek Care Limited
As a Care Assistant with us, you will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of our clients in their own homes. We offer a supportive work culture that values your contributions and provides ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career. Located in a community-focused area, you will enjoy the unique advantage of building meaningful relationships with clients while making a positive impact in their lives.