FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Employer: DAMORCARE LTD
Position:Care Assistant
Salary: £12.81 – £13.50 an hour
Job Type:Full time, Part time
Work location: Southend-on-Sea, England
Job Overview
As a Care Assistant, you will support people with day-to-day care in a care home or through home care visits. You will follow individual care plans, respect each person’s preferences and dignity, and communicate changes or concerns to colleagues. Your impact: attentive, consistent support helps people feel safer and more comfortable in their daily routines.
Responsibilities
● Assist with personal care and everyday activities in line with each person’s care plan and agreed procedures.
● Encourage independence and choice, adapting your approach to each person’s needs and preferences.
● Observe wellbeing, record relevant information using IT systems, and promptly share concerns with colleagues.
● Communicate respectfully with people receiving care, their families and the wider care team.
Requirements
Required: You need clear communication skills, sufficient English to understand instructions and record care accurately, and the ability to use basic IT for care records. You should be able to follow care plans and provide considerate, reliable support. Preferred: Experience in a care home or home care setting is helpful; driving may also be useful for roles involving travel between visits.
Work Location: On the road
