caregiver Bishops Stortford, England
Job description
About the Role
Astute, an innovative live-in care provider located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, is dedicated to becoming the preferred choice for disabled and older adults not only in Hertfordshire but also beyond. As a crucial member of our team, your role as a live-in care professional will be very meaningful.
By enabling our clients to remain in the comfort of their own homes, you will contribute to their well-being and happiness. We understand the importance of providing high-quality care, and while you ensure our clients receive exceptional support, we are committed to nurturing your career in the care industry. You can expect outstanding training, mentoring, coaching, and ongoing support as you advance professionally.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Medication administration and management in-line with company policy
- Enabling mobility, including manual handling transfers and exercising
- To encourage and motivate clients to maintain their independence and personal goals
- To contact key people including the care manager, doctor’s and other healthcare professionals where required
- To prepare and cook meals of the clients choice in their own home
- Undertake domestic tasks including cleaning to maintain a high quality of living
- Record and document all appropriate information in a timely manner
- Personal care – i.e. washing, dressing, oral care, hair care, nail care, foot care, eye care. Toileting, assisting with bowel and bladder management, fitting of urinary devices and dealing with incontinence management (in some cases).
Experience
- Proven personal or professional experience as a caregiver.
- Ability to engage service users of all ages and respond to patient's needs in a positive manner.
- Good communication skills and ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to plan ahead and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.
- Detail oriented with an excellent record of keeping detailed records and documentation on patients.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £650.00-£700.00 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Physical setting:
- Live-in
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bishop's Stortford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 05/09/2023
