Job Description

Purpose of the role

You will be assisting in the direct care of all aspects of a client's assessed needs, so we are looking for passionate, considerate people to join our Healthcare and Nursing assistants' team to help us make a positive difference in people's lives every day.

Working with Community Lifeline is more than just a job; this highly respected position is an opportunity to do good in Dartford, Gravesend, and Longfield communities.

Please be aware that we are not offering sponsorship for this position, nor are we accepting overseas applications. However, we will consider applications from sponsored persons looking to do optional work of up to 20 hours as bank staff.

Requirements

Available to work one shift every other weekend
A right to work in the UK

A caring manner and commitment to helping people

? Be friendly, kind, and considerate

? Communicates effectively and responsively

? Able to uphold dignity, respect, independence, and confidentiality

? Good at listening and understanding body language

? Work well within a team that can motivate each other

? Complete any training that is given

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We are committed to safeguarding

. An enhanced DBS is required for this post, and applicants much be willing to undertake a DBS check

Key Responsibilities

? Clearly communicate and liaise with the office staff regarding your attendance, travelling, and responsibilities

? Provide emotional and social support

? Write correct, honest, and accurate reports

? Assist and administer medication, including monitoring diabetes and blood pressure

? Assist with hygiene: showering, washing, bathing, dressing, undressing

? Assist with the mobility of a client, including the appropriate use of equipment such as hoists and standing aids, moving about their home, and getting out and about

? Continence support

? Hair and nail care

? Assist with nutrition/ hydration needs, such as preparing meals and drinks; assisting those unable to feed themselves; ensuring each client received quality meals/ diets they have requested/ food which is suitable for their needs

? Carefully read care plans to be aware of an individual's needs

? Care plans and visit details are reviewed on a platform which you are trained to use

Training:

? You don't need to have previous experience in care work, but if you do, we offer fast-track induction training for those who qualify. T's and C's apply.

? Training will be given to anyone new to the industry. Once you have completed your training you will shadow one of our experienced care?heroes?until you feel comfortable on your own

? Full training is given to gain a care certificate

Benefits

? 300 Retention Bonus: if you work with us for 6 months, you will be eligible to receive a retention bonus for your hard work!

? Salary from 13.20 to 13.75per hour inclusive of Discretionary Bonus

? Paid holidays with a separate rate on Bank Holidays

? Special Rate on Christmas Day

? Tax-exempt mileage allowance of 30p per mile between client homes

? Refer-A-Friend bonus payment scheme (After 6-month retention)

? A mentor is allocated to you during your probation period for support

? Progression within the company; our Senior Carers, Field Care Supervisor, Care Coordinator, and Manager were once Community Lifeline Carers!

? You will be eligible for a Blue Light Card

? Free uniform and PPE provided

? We offer a Cycle-to-Work Scheme with Eskuta e-bikes! Enquire now for more information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.20-13.75 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

and Full UK Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: IndeedApplicationLongfield