We are looking for care assistants help vulnerable people to manage their daily activities and to live as independently as possible.
What you'll do
You'll be helping people in their own homes or in day centres, residential or nursing homes.
Your day-to-day duties may include:
getting to know clients and their interests and needs
helping with personal care like washing, using the toilet and dressing
food preparation, feeding and giving out medication
carrying out general tasks like housework, laundry and shopping
helping clients manage their budget, pay bills and write letters
supporting families to get used to new caring responsibilities
giving emotional and practical support to children and young people
working with other health and social care professionals to provide individual care and development plans
helping to organise leisure activities
going with clients to and from a residential home
Skills required
You'll need:
the ability to relate to people from a wide variety of backgrounds
skills in communicating with tact and sensitivity
the ability to remain calm under pressure
Depending on the role, you may need to cope with challenging behaviour.
Apply now.