Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Senior Carers to provide exceptional support and assistance to individuals in our Care Home, including home care, assisted living, nursing homes, and hospice environments.

The ideal candidate will be committed to enhancing the quality of life for clients through personalised care, ensuring their safety, comfort, and dignity. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those requiring assistance with daily activities and specialised medical needs.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support Administer medication following care plans and medical instructions Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements Support clients with light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment Monitor and document client conditions, behaviours, and progress in accordance with care plans Provide emotional support and companionship to promote mental well-being Assist with mobility and transfers using proper techniques to ensure safety Manage behaviour and implement strategies for clients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease Support clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including toileting and feeding Drive clients to appointments or outings as required, maintaining safe driving practices

Skills

Proven experience in senior care, dementia care or hospice environments is highly desirable Knowledge of medical terminology and medication administration procedures First aid certification is preferred Strong understanding of care plans and case management processes Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact compassionately with clients and their families Ability to handle heavy lifting safely when assisting clients with mobility or transfers Organised approach to managing multiple clients' needs effectively Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team Valid driving licence for transporting clients when necessary Experience in nursing home or care home settings is advantageous
This role requires a caring attitude, patience, organisational skills, and a genuine desire to improve the lives of others through dedicated caregiving. Applicants should be committed to maintaining high standards of patient care while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person