Home Care Assistant - Guaranteed Hours Contracts Available

at  Home Instead

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award-winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enables us to provide personalised support.
Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Care Assistant to join our team in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. This role offers guaranteed hours contracts, providing stability and consistency for both our carers and clients. As a Home Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals who require assistance in their own homes.

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring client safety at all times
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary
• Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe living environment
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications as per care plan
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients
• Accompany clients to medical appointments or social activities when required
• Monitor and report any changes in client’s condition to the care coordinator
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any incidents or concerns
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families
• Empathetic and patient-focused approach to care
• Basic medical knowledge and understanding of common health conditions in elderly care
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Physical ability to assist with client mobility and transfers
• Previous experience in home care or healthcare setting (preferred but not essential)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred, but not essential. All relevant training provided)
• Valid First Aid and Manual Handling certifications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Clean DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (preferred)
  Additional Information
  If you’re interested in joining us or finding out more, click ‘apply’ now, or get in touch with us directly via 01743 387650 or at enquiries.salop@homeinstead.co.uk
  We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
  This role is subject to DBS-enhanced disclosure.
  Please note that we do require you to have your own reliable transport to get to and from our client’s homes and to help with essential journeys such as medical appointments and shopping.
  Home Instead do not provide working visas for overseas candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the U

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring client safety at all times
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary
• Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe living environment
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications as per care plan
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients
• Accompany clients to medical appointments or social activities when required
• Monitor and report any changes in client’s condition to the care coordinator
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any incidents or concerns
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive car