Care Assistant / Carer

Healthcare

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Roles and Responsibilities of a Home Care Carer
  1. Personal Care Assistance
  • Helping clients with daily hygiene routines: bathing, toileting, oral care, and dressing
  • Supporting mobility: helping with walking, using mobility aids, or transferring from bed to anywhere
  • Assisting with incontinence care and changing of continence aids.


  1. Health Monitoring and Medication Support
  • Assisting with medication reminders or administration (as per training and regulations)
  • Observing and reporting changes in health, behavior, or mood
  • Supporting rehabilitation exercises as advised by therapists


  1. Meal Preparation and Feeding
  • Preparing meals based on requirements as per clients
  • Assisting with feeding oral / PEG
  • Monitoring food and fluid intake


  1. Household Duties
  • Light cleaning and tidying
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Grocery shopping and managing supplies
  • Ensuring the living environment is safe and comfortable


  1. Emotional and Social Support
  • Providing companionship and conversation to combat loneliness
  • Encouraging hobbies and daily engagement
  • Supporting emotional well-being and being a listening ear


  1. Transportation and Errands (if required)
  • Escorting clients to appointments or social activities
  • Running errands such as collecting prescriptions


  1. Record Keeping and Communication
  • Maintaining daily care records (tasks completed, observations, changes)
  • Communicating effectively with family members, supervisors, and health professionals
  • Escalating concerns promptly


  1. Maintaining Dignity and Confidentiality
  • Respecting the client’s privacy, cultural values, and personal preferences
  • Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times

  1. Promoting Independence
  • Encouraging clients to do as much for themselves as safely possible
  • Supporting their autonomy and decision-making
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Part-time
  • Schedule
    Monday - Sunday
  • Salary
    £11 – £12 hourly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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