Care Assistant And Support Worker

Reports to
Field Care Supervisor/ Care Manager

Summary of role
To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and Support needs of customers in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and Support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the customer’s family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse.

Principal responsibilities

• T o be able to meet individuals needs
• To assist customers who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
• To help customers with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.
• To care for customers who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc.
• To provide care and Support for customers who are terminally ill.
• To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of customers through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
• To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
• To inspect, launder and mend customers’ clothes.
• To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
• To read and write reports and be involved in customers’ reviews and training activities.
• To adhere to all Caremark’s policies and procedures at all times.
• To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a customer.
• To encourage the independence of customers wherever possible.
• Precise record keeping

Personal attributes
It is considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following qualities:

• Self motivated & well organised.
• Flexible
• Caring & sensitive to the needs of others.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Responsible
• Able to show respect
• Active Listening
• Able to record effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Important Note:
We are NOT offering sponsorship

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

Pay: £12.00-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Flexitime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Leeds or Bradford?

Do you Drive and have a vehicle?

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: CSW - DRIVING