Home Care Assistant

Company Description

At Home Instead Leek & Moorlands we offer support to individuals living in their own home. We are looking for Home Care Assistants to attend visits to our clients in Leek. Offer companionship, support, and happiness to our clients, all while enjoying the flexibility that comes with working for us. No experience required - just a friendly personality and the right values.

Job Description

At Home Instead we have minimum 1-hour calls plus suitable travel time to ensure you are not rushed with clients, with mileage reimbursement. We work to match our Care Professionals and clients together so 

Responsibilities as a Domiciliary Support Worker:

• Offering warmth and care during evening visits.
• Enhance the home atmosphere by aiding in light household chores and meal preparations.
• Help clients cherish their time with you, sharing in activities such as reading or watching favourite TV shows.
• Support with personal care tasks such as showering, washing hair, and getting changed.
• Taking clients out to places of their choice e.g. the local shops.
• Ensure transparent communication with clients and loved ones, offering first-rate care and comfort.

Requirements:

• Experience is not required; we offer comprehensive in-house training. However, any previous care experience either professional or personal is an advantage.
• You must have a full driver's licence and dependable transportation for various duties.
• You must have flexibility and be able to work alternate weekends.
• You must be reliable and punctual to ensure we can continue to provide an excellent service to our clients.
• Must have a caring, friendly disposition to create lasting relationships.
• Must live in or very close to Leek to be a suitable match for our Leek-based clients.

£12.50 - £13.50 per hour

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