Job Description

Full-Time / Part-Time Positions Available

Join Our Caring Team in the Coventry area!

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Care Assistants to join our friendly team in Coventry, CV5. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a real difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with all aspects of daily living, while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling career.

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Young lady who lives in her family home requiring 2:1 support during the day. She has autism, epilepsy, stage 1 respiratory failure and thyroid problems. She presents with some challenging behaviour and requires 2:1 support to maintain her safety, she requires assistance with all aspects of personal care, daily activities and medication. She experiences high seizure activity, having several drop seizures a day which are managed using a VNS device. In addition to the VNS she has buccal midazolam. Full training is provided but previous knowledge around Epilepsy and/or VNS would be desirable.

Hours: WEEKDAY afternoons 3pm-7pm. WEEKENDS 7am-3pm, 3pm-7pm, 7am-7pm.

What We Offer:

Flexible Hours: Full-time and part-time hours to suit your availability.

Comprehensive Training: Full nurse-led training, Face to face training sessions and NVQ enrolment, including opportunities for ongoing development and career progression.

Supportive Team: Work alongside a compassionate team that truly values each member.

Employee Benefits: Including pension schemes, training bonus and holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.

Support with mobility, repositioning and safe transfers.

Help with daily living activities such as meal preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping.

Build positive relationships with service users, encouraging their independence and dignity. Also providing emotional support and companionship.

Monitor and report on changes in health and well-being to senior staff.

What We're Looking For:

A compassionate nature and genuine desire to help others.

A minimum of 6 months care experience is essential. Previous knowledge/experience with Epilepsy and Challenging behaviour is preferred.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

A full Enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful candidates.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.89-14.29 per hour

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.21-14.29 per hour

Benefits:

Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

Do you have previous experience working with individuals with Epilepsy? Do you have previous experience supporting individuals with Complex care needs?
Work Location: In person