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  • Support Assistant
    Support Assistant
    3 days ago
    £11–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    Slough

    A carer’s role can vary a lot depending on who they support and what that person needs, but it generally involves helping someone manage daily life safely, comfortably, and with dignity. Common responsibilities include: • Personal care, • Helping with washing, dressing, toileting, grooming, eating, or mobility., • Emotional support, • Providing companionship, reassurance, conversation, and helping reduce loneliness or anxiety., • Practical household tasks, • Cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, paying bills, or organising appointments., • Medication support, • Reminding someone to take medication or helping administer it if trained and authorised., • Health monitoring, • Watching for changes in physical or mental health and reporting concerns to family members or healthcare professionals., • Mobility and transportation, • Assisting with moving safely around the home or accompanying someone to appointments and activities., • Advocacy and communication, • Helping the person communicate their wishes and make decisions about their care., • Record keeping, • In professional care settings, carers may document medication, activities, incidents, or health observations. There are different types of carers too: • Family/unpaid carers — relatives or friends supporting someone informally., • Professional carers — paid support workers in homes, care facilities, hospitals, or community settings., • Live-in carers — carers who stay in the person’s home full time., • Specialist carers — supporting people with conditions such as Dementia, Parkinson's disease, disabilities, or mental health needs. Key skills usually include: • Patience, • Empathy, • Communication, • Reliability, • Observation, • Respect for confidentiality and dignity If you want, I can also explain: • what a carer does day-to-day,, • the difference between a carer and support worker,, • UK carer qualifications,, • or what employers look for in carer job roles.

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  • Health Care Assistant - Flexible Bank Shifts
    Health Care Assistant - Flexible Bank Shifts
    2 months ago
    £12.71–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Windsor

    Who we are Galloway Sterling is a specialist healthcare staffing agency placing experienced HCAs and healthcare workers into care homes, hospitals, and private healthcare settings across Berkshire and the surrounding area. We work differently from most agencies; you deal directly with a person who knows your name and answers their phone. If you are an experienced HCA looking for flexible work that fits around your life, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities • Provide personal care and support to clients in accordance with individual care plans, • Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and nutrition, • Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, families, and team members, • Document care activities accurately using IT systems and adhere to organisational policies, • Support clients in maintaining their independence and dignity, • Follow health and safety guidelines at all times, including infection control procedures Requirements • Minimum 6 months paid HCA or care experience, • Enhanced DBS (current or willing to apply), • Ability to work flexibly across various shifts, including evenings and weekends if needed, • Good understanding of care plans and ability to follow instructions accurately, • Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, • Basic IT skills for documentation purposes Desirable Criteria • Valid driving licence and ability to drive between locations is preferred What we offer • Weekly pay, • Flexible shifts - you choose what you take, • Competitive rates from £12.71/hr - £16/hr, • Holiday pay accrued on every hour worked, • Direct contact - no call centres, no automated systems Application question(s): • Do you have at least 6 months of paid HCA or care experience? Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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