Location: In the following Post Codes: NR1, NR2, NR7, NR8, NR10, NR13, NR14
Salary: From £11.50 per hour
Hours: Minimum 7 hour shifts, maximum 14 hours per day
About Us:
Join our dedicated team at Homecare Gurus, where we prioritize compassion, integrity, and high-quality care. We are committed to creating a supportive environment for both our service users and our staff. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives, we want you to be part of our family.
Main Duties:
As a Care Assistant, your responsibilities will vary based on the needs of our service users. Key duties include:
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Personal Care: Assisting with personal hygiene, toileting, and managing incontinence, including changing pads and handling catheter bags.
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Support with Eating and Drinking: Encouraging a balanced diet and appropriate eating methods tailored to each service user.
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Mobility Assistance: Helping with movement and physical activities, using aids like hoists when necessary.
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Domestic Duties: Performing light cleaning tasks, emptying bins, and washing as requested.
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Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records, including MAR charts for medication, log books for visits, and care plan updates.
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Promoting Independence: Empowering service users to do as much as they can for themselves, providing support only when needed.
Desired Skills & Qualities:
We are looking for compassionate individuals who embody the following qualities:
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Empathy, Honesty, and Integrity: Demonstrating genuine care and ethical behaviour in all interactions.
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Safeguarding: Protecting service users from harm and following our "whistleblowing" policy to report concerns.
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Respect and Dignity: Delivering person-centred care that honours the individuality of each service user.
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Companionship: Engaging with service users through conversation, listening, and encouraging stimulating activities.
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Accident and Incident Reporting: Promptly reporting any incidents to the appropriate staff member.
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Health Promotion: Understanding infection prevention, dementia care, and providing emergency first aid when necessary.
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Effective Communication: Maintaining clear communication with service users, colleagues, and supervisors.
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Punctuality: Arriving on time to ensure seamless care delivery.
Why Join Us?
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Supportive and inclusive work environment
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Opportunities for professional development and training
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The chance to make a real difference in the lives of others
Apply Now!
If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team at Homecare Gurus