Position: Domiciliary Care Worker
Salary: £13.00 – £14.00 Per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
Work location: Cambridge, East of England, England
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Workers to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance. As a Care Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for clients, particularly those in hospice care, senior care, and assisted living environments. Your responsibilities will include personal care, companionship, and support with daily activities, ensuring that clients feel safe and valued in their homes or care facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Support clients with meal preparation and ensure proper nutrition.
- Assist with mobility and transfers to enhance independence.
- Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Monitor and record clients’ health status and report any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Help with household tasks such as cleaning and laundry to maintain a safe living environment.
- Drive clients to appointments or social activities as needed.
- Provide specialised care for individuals with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
Skills
- Previous experience in domiciliary care, personal care, support, senior care, or nursing home settings is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of first aid practices and emergency response procedures.
- Ability to provide home care services with compassion and respect for client dignity.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Patience and empathy when dealing with individuals facing physical or emotional challenges.
- Capability to assist clients with dementia care through understanding their unique needs.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and client requirements.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills to excel as a Care Worker, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Physical Setting:
- Homecare
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work days:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you located in Cambridge?
- Do you have the right to work in the UK?
- Do you drive?
Work Location: In person
Application Process
If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the Official website and apply now!