Care Assistant - immediate start, full and part time

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our small team. In this role, you will provide essential support to an individual with physical, emotional, and cognitive needs requiring 24\-hour one\-to\-one support in their own home in Corsham, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well\-being. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, implementing care plans, and fostering a positive environment for the client. Strong communication skills and the ability to work without supervision are essential.

Responsibilities:

Assisting client with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Supporting client in daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication management, food shopping and collecting prescriptions.

Assisting client with household chores such as laundry, dishes, changing sheets and other basic cleaning.

Maintaining accurate records of client progress and any changes in their condition.

Communicating effectively with client's representatives and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Driving client to appointments or activities as required, ensuring their safety during transport (mileage allowance provided).

Engaging client in activities such as the gym and local walks.

Requirements:

Previous experience in a care home or home care setting and/or working with clients with Prader\-Willi syndrome is preferred but not essential.

A valid driving licence and use of own vehicle is essential.

Proficiency in English is required for effective communication.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Patient and compassionate attitude.

Excellent timekeeping.

Capable of working without supervision.

Able to stay calm under pressure.

Shifts are 8am\-5pm (day) and 5pm\-8am (night) on a week1/week2 rotation

Likely shift pattern (to be agreed)

Week1: Mon (night), Wed (day), Thu (day), Sat (day)

Week2: Mon (night), Wed (day), Thu (day), Fri (day)

The shifts available would suit either one person full\-time or two people part\-time.

£12\.80 p/h rising to £14 after probation

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Please send a CV to joannevking@hotmail.com to apply.

Please note that J King is not eligible for a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to sponsor a visa.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £12\.80\-£14\.00 per hour

Language:

• English (preferred)

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