Job Title: Home Care Assistants - Evenings & Weekends
Location: Wandsworth / Merton / Lambeth
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: From £12.50 per hour - Enhanced Weekends and Bank Holidays
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER: HCAEVWE
Join Heritage Healthcare Wandsworth a Home Care Assistant – Evening and Weekend shifts to fit with other commitments.
At Heritage Healthcare Wandsworth, 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.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Heritage Healthcare Wandsworth 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 evening and weekend shifts. If you’re ready to bring your caring nature to a supportive and rewarding environment, we invite you to apply today!
JOB ROLE:
- Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Administer medications according to established care plans and guidelines.
- Offer individualised support in line with clients' care plans.
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed.
- Support clients' mobility needs, using appropriate equipment for safe transfers.
- Monitor clients' health status and promptly report any changes to healthcare professionals or care managers.
- Engage clients in social activities and accompany them on outings as per their care plans.
- Maintain accurate records of care services, including daily logs and medication administration.
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure clients receive exceptional care.
- Adhere to health and safety policies to ensure the well-being of clients and staff.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A compassionate and empathetic personality with a strong commitment to providing excellent care.
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Strong problem-solving abilities to effectively manage and resolve issues.
- Willingness to engage in continuous training and professional growth opportunities.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, using initiative when necessary.
- Previous caregiving experience is beneficial but not required; comprehensive training to "Care Certificate" level will be provided.
OFFERS:
- Competitive rate of pay from £12.50 per hour
- Mileage paid at 35p per mile
- Hourly rates enhanced for Weekends and Bank Holidays
- Free DBS Check
- Various Evening & Weekend shift options available
- Uniform, Alarm and PPE provided
- Productivity and Achievement Reward Schemes
- Staff events
- Great Refer a Friend incentive scheme
- Ongoing training and learning support, including opportunities for NVQ Level qualifications
Employment subject to satisfactory checks and references.PLEASE NOTE: We do not have a licence to offer full Visa Sponsorship but we can consider applicants who are sponsored elsewhere and are looking for additional hours (max 20)
Join us today and make a difference in the lives of those living independently at home.
We fully support our staff to achieve a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and learning.
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