Carer (Drivers Preferred)- Drighlington

Aegiscaresolutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Drighlington is seeking dedicated Care Workers to support individuals in their daily living tasks, ensuring their safety and comfort. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for others. The role involves personal care, meal preparation, and administration of medication as instructed. Comprehensive training and support will be provided through an in-house induction program.

Benefits

Full in-house induction program

Comprehensive training

Satisfactory references and DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care, including bathing, dressing, and medication administration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily living tasks including personal care and meal preparation.
• Ensure clients are safe and comfortable.
• Complete paperwork accurately.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Empathy and compassion

Ability to work as part of a team

Strong communication skills

Ability to prioritize and organize

Job description

Job Type: Full time, Part time, Permanent, Contract

Job Description

Support people to live independently in their own homes/communities.

Undertaking a range of daily living tasks including; Personal Care (such as washing,dressing,continence care), Shopping, Light domestic duties (i.e. laundry, cleaning, etc)

Preparing meals.

Ensuring paperwork is completed accurately.

Maintain professional standards at all times.

Work effectively on your own initiative and also as part of a team.

Persona/Care

• Washing, Bathing, Dressing/ Undressing, Dental Hygiene, Putting to Bed / Moving and Handling, Undressing/ Dressing, Ensuring clients are safe and comfortable on their beds, Using the hoist in conjunction with another care worker to mobilise service users
• Toileting: Accompanying Clients to the toilet, Assisting clients in the use of the commode, Emptying of the commode, Changing incontinence pads, Ensuring clients are comfortable when toileting, Ensuring clients are clean after toileting
• Meals / Hydration: Supervising clients with meals, Preparing light snacks, Reheatingmeals, Providing clients with hot/ cold drinks, Feeding clients that are unable to do so for themselves
• Medication: Prompt or administration of medication when instructed to do so by the registered manager

Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Approachable and friendly manner
• Empathy and compassion for others
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to assimilate information quickly
• Taking appropriate actions when required
• Ability to prioritise and organiseHighly developed communication skills (written and oral)

Personal Style

• Caring
• A confident and positive approach
• Strong sense of personal responsibility.

We offer a full in-house induction programme, where you will receive all the training you need through a week long induction programme along with 2 weeks shadowing of an experienced Care Worker.

Enhanced DBS Check and 2 Satisfactory References Required.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Permanent

CURRENTLY RECRUITING OVERSEAS/FOR WORK PERMIT

*COVID Vaccine is now mandatory for all of our staff unless medically exempt (we would need evidence from a medical professional).

For more information on any of our home care services or to discuss working together, please contact our friendly team today.