Healthcare Assistant - Reablement

Xtremecabling; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Oxfordshire is seeking a Care Assistant to support clients in regaining independence after hospital discharge. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, medication, and building rapport with clients. The role offers fixed schedules, paid mileage, and a friendly work environment. Applicants must have access to a car and a valid driving licence, and be able to work alternate weekends.

Benefits

Fixed two weekly schedules

Paid mileage between visits

Paid travel time

Pension

Unlimited refer a friend bonus

Paid Blue Light card membership

Qualifications

• Confident in completing assessments with new clients post-hospital discharge.
• Support clients in regaining independence with personal care and medication.
• Record and report changes to the Home First team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments with new clients following hospital discharge.
• Support clients to regain independence with daily tasks.
• Report changes clearly to the Home First team.
• Build strong relationships with clients and the team.
• Adapt to changes in clients' needs.

Skills

Access to a car

Driving licence

Ability to work alternate weekends

Job description

Salary: £28,600.00 per year**

Hours: 40 hours per week, alternate weekends.

Location: Oxfordshire area, mainly Cherwell (UK)

Requirements: Access to a car, driving licence, and ability to work alternate weekends.

Authorised to work in the UK. Unfortunately we cannot provide sponsorship or offer employment if you are already sponsored elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Having the confidence to complete assessments with new clients following discharge from hospital
• Supporting clients to regain independence with tasks, such as personal care, toileting, meal preparation and medication
• Recording and reporting changes clearly and concisely, keeping the Home First team updated on improvements in abilities allowing ongoing assessment of the suitability of the proposed care
• Building strong working relationships with clients, colleagues and the Home First team
• Being adaptive and responsive to changes in needs

Benefits

• Fixed two weekly schedules so you can plan ahead for that all important work-life balance
• Paid mileage between visits
• Paid travel time
• Pension
• Unlimited refer a friend bonus
• Paid Blue Light card membership

Apply today!