Job Description

Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants and Senior Carers to provide essential support and assistance to our amazing service users. The ideal candidates will be Bengali and English-speaking individuals with a strong background in supporting vulnerable adults, including experience in homecare/domiciliary care settings, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or live-in care arrangements. With your experience and our continuous training, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients by offering personalised care and companionship while supporting them to attain independent healthcare outcomes.

Duties

Provide personal care and support to clients, including assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Administer medication as prescribed and monitor clients for any changes in health status. Assist with meal preparation (mostly Bengali cousie) and ensure proper nutrition for clients. Implement care plans tailored to individual needs, including behaviour management strategies when necessary. Offer companionship and engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being. Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean environment for clients. Support clients with mobility assistance, including heavy lifting when required. Support Service Users to attend hospital appointments and weekly Day Centres. Document patient care activities accurately and maintain confidentiality of client information. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive case management of client needs.

Experience

Previous experience in homecare services or a related field is preferred, particularly in senior care environments such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Familiarity with basic first aid practices is advantageous. Experience with Alzheimer's and dementia care is highly desirable. A valid driving licence is preferred. This may be excluded if you live locally. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients are essential for success in this role. We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 13.00-20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leytonstone E11: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

homecare: 1 year (required) Home care: 1 year (required)
Language:

Bengali (required) Bengali and English (required)
Licence/Certification:

UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Leytonstone E11 (preferred)
Work Location: In person