Employer: Living Plus Care Services
Position: Care Assistant
Salary: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Job Type: : Full Time Part time , Permanent
Location: Ely, England
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team on a full-time basis.
Candidates preferably based in or around CB6 and CB7 are encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to individuals in their homes, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being throughout the night. As a Domiciliary Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting service users with personal care, maintaining their independence, safety, and enhancing their quality of life.
Opportunities available:
- 8-hour day shifts
- Domiciliary Care
- Night shift available
- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) available
Main Responsibilities
- Provide personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Support individuals with mobility and physical activities to promote independence.
- Monitor and assist service users, ensuring safety, comfort, and reassurance.
- Communicate effectively with service users to understand their needs and preferences.
- Maintain accurate records of observation notes, care plans, and service user progress.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Engage service users in conversations and activities that support emotional well-being.
- Adhere to health and safety regulations while providing care.
- Support the service user with household responsibilities, as required.
- Safely manage and record medication as per procedures.
Person Specifications
- Previous experience in a care home or home care setting is desirable but not essential.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Basic IT skills for maintaining digital records and communication.
- A genuine passion for helping others and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
- Good time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including alternate weekends, nights, evenings, and bank holidays.
- Ability to support individuals who may present challenges, responding calmly and effectively, and implementing clear boundaries when required.
- Enhanced DBS check with satisfactory clearance (required before start date).
Benefits:
- UK visa sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ely CB6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person
Application Process
If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the Officialt website nd apply now