Health Care Assistant Wokingham, England
Job description
An empathetic home care agency established with a mission to support and take care of individuals in and around London. We are aimed to serve the best to enhance and enrich the value of humanity. Our policies and values are designed to align with a lifestyle which the client requires. We practise expert methodologies to meet the necessities of our clients. Our carers are professionally trained to help each individual to meet their unique requirements.
Health Care Assistant Criteria:
Duties may include and but are not limited:
- Providing company and companionship
- Supporting clients with personal care, such as getting up, washing, dressing and continence
- Helping with mobility
- Administering medication
- Light housekeeping such as cleaning, cooking, laundry and gardening
- Preparing and cooking healthy meals
- Accompanying clients to appointments and social outings
- Supporting clients to pursue their hobbies, interests and social activities
- Caring for specialist conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, cancer and other conditions
Role Requirements:
- At least 6 months’ professional care experience as a live in carer, domiciliary carer, care assistant, support worker, personal healthcare assistant or similar OR you may have recent experience of providing personal care for an adult friend or family member including washing, bathing and toileting
- Proof of your right to work in the UK
- A valid driving licence and you own car is helpful but not a requirement
- Warm, patient and compassionate with a clear desire to support others
- Enthusiastic and positive ‘can do’ attitude
- Willing to take training and qualification relevant to the job role
- Good written and verbal communication
- Able to undertake safe manual handling practices
- Able to work emphatically and respectfully with family members
- Able to work well under pressure
- Good team worker
Job Types:
- Full-time: 40 hours per week
- Part-time: 20 hours per week
Ability to Commute/Relocate
Education: GCSE or equivalent (required)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: From £10.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral programme
- Relocation assistance
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: One location