Job Title: Home Care Assistants - Various Shifts
Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Excellent hourly rates
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER: HCALE
Join Heritage Healthcare Leicester as a Home Care Assistant – Flexible Shifts Available!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Heritage Healthcare Leicester is seeking compassionate individuals to join our award-winning team. We provide high-quality, person-centred home care services and are looking for Home Care Assistants for various shifts. If you’re ready to bring your caring nature to a supportive and rewarding environment, we invite you to apply today!
At Heritage Healthcare Leicester, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to individuals in their own homes. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients, ensuring they receive compassionate, reliable, and dignified care.
JOB ROLE:
- Provide personal care and support to clients, following their individual care plans
- Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Prepare and assist with meal feeding as required
- Support clients with mobility and transfers, using manual handling equipment when necessary
- Administer medication according to care plans and medication policies
- Observe and report changes in clients' health and well-being to the care manager or healthcare professionals
- Engage clients in social activities and outings as specified in their care plans
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care services provided, including daily logs and medication records
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure clients receive high-quality care
- Comply with health and safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of clients and colleagues
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; comprehensive training to "Care Certificate" level will be provided
- A compassionate nature and a genuine desire to support and care for others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and colleagues
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative when necessary
- Strong problem-solving skills to address and resolve issues effectively
- Willingness to participate in further training and development as needed
OFFERS:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.50 per hour (enhanced for Weekends & Bank Holidays)
- Paid mileage allowance of 35p per mile
- Free DBS check
- Paid induction training
- Ongoing training and learning support, including opportunities for NVQ Level qualifications
- £250 Refer a Friend Scheme
- Free workwear & Free personal alarm
- Reward schemes
- Flexible shift options to accommodate various schedules
Due to the nature of this role a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential. All employment is subject to satisfactory checks and references. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship to any candidates but we can offer up to an additional 20 hours for those already sponsored.
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If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in people's lives and possess the qualities and skills required for this role, we want to hear from you. Join Heritage Healthcare Leicester and become part of a team that truly cares.
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