Provide compassionate, person-centred care to adults in their own homes, supporting safety, independence and wellbeing through personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation and trusted companionship.
Care Assistant
📜 Description
- Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Support clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Assist with meal preparation and medication.
- Offer companionship and engage clients in social activities.
- Maintain clean, safe living environments and accurate care records.
- Observe and report changes in clients’ physical or mental health, and participate in care training.
🛠️ Requirements
- Own vehicle and valid UK driving licence
- Willingness to undergo a DBS check
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Excellent communication skills and a caring nature
- Reliability, patience, and empathy
Full job description
Company Description
Our unique approach to relationship-led care will see you matched with clients you can build a lasting relationship with and enrich your life and theirs.
Job Description
- Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities for Home Instead clients
- Support clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety and comfort
- Assist with meal preparation when required in your role as a Care Assistant
- Help clients with medication
- Engage in social activities and provide companionship to clients
- Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
- Observe and report any changes in clients' physical or mental health
- Maintain accurate records of care provided
- Participate in regular training and development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in care
Qualifications
- Own vehicle and valid UK driving licence
- Willingness to undergo a DBS check
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Excellent communication skills and a caring nature
- Reliability, patience, and empathy
Additional Information
- Drivers preferred – many clients require transport to appointments
- Must be able to work in and around Norwich
- Must have the right to work in the UK
- Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence
- Previous care experience not needed – compassion and reliability are key
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