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:

* Personal Care: Assisting with personal hygiene, toileting, and managing incontinence, including changing pads and handling catheter bags.

* Support with Eating and Drinking: Encouraging a balanced diet and appropriate eating methods tailored to each service user.

* Mobility Assistance: Helping with movement and physical activities, using aids like hoists when necessary.

* Domestic Duties: Performing light cleaning tasks, emptying bins, and washing as requested.

* Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records, including MAR charts for medication, log books for visits, and care plan updates.

* 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:

* Empathy, Honesty, and Integrity: Demonstrating genuine care and ethical behaviour in all interactions.

* Safeguarding: Protecting service users from harm and following our "whistleblowing" policy to report concerns.

* Respect and Dignity: Delivering person-centred care that honours the individuality of each service user.

* Companionship: Engaging with service users through conversation, listening, and encouraging stimulating activities.

* Accident and Incident Reporting: Promptly reporting any incidents to the appropriate staff member.

* Health Promotion: Understanding infection prevention, dementia care, and providing emergency first aid when necessary.

* Effective Communication: Maintaining clear communication with service users, colleagues, and supervisors.

* Punctuality: Arriving on time to ensure seamless care delivery.

Why Join Us?

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Supportive and inclusive work environment

* Opportunities for professional development and training

* 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