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Care Assistant
Home Instead
Corbridge, England, United Kingdom["Full-time"]
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Company Description
Home Instead Tyne Valley are rapidly growing with full time and part time hours available. We are looking for a caring person to support clients in and around the Hexham, Corbridge, Prudhoe and Tyne Valley area.
If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re looking for Care Professionals who are caring, compassionate and reliable. As a Care Professional you will provide a variety of non-medical services to help clients keep their independent within their own home.
Job Description
Join our compassionate team as a Care Assistant in Hexham, United Kingdom! We're seeking dedicated individuals to provide essential support and companionship to our clients in their homes. As a Care Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for those in need.
Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Prepare nutritious meals and help with feeding when necessary
Provide medication reminders and monitor clients' well-being
Offer emotional support and companionship to clients
Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
Accompany clients to medical appointments and social activities
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans
Document client progress and report any changes in condition
Respond promptly to emergencies and provide basic first aid when needed
Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to health and safety regulations
Qualifications
Genuine passion for helping others with a friendly, empathetic demeanour
Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Basic first aid knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries
Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and daily activities
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
Strong time management and organisational skills
Additional Information
We offer a competitive rate of pay of £14 per hour.
Flexibility in work patterns.
As well as day time, we work evenings and weekends.
Due to the areas of working, a driving licence and car is required.
Please Note
We do not offer sponsorship for this role.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
You must have your own vehicle with Business Class 1 insurance.
As we carefully match Care Professionals with clients, it can take time to build your hours. We cannot guarantee full-time hours immediately, and it may take several weeks to reach your preferred number of hours.