Job Description

• Assisting service users when getting up in the morning including washing/bathing, dressing/undressing, maintaining their personal appearance and getting to bed in the evening.
• Helping with the preparation of meals, drinks and snacks when necessary.
• Providing assistance with toileting and changing clothes and/or bedding where necessary.
• Maintaining commodes, washing clothes and bed linen (which may include soiled laundry) when necessary.
• Providing assistance with other tasks of personal daily living that the service user cannot manage and providing general support as part of a caring team.
• Encouraging and assisting with the management of medication, administering where necessary and monitoring health-related conditions such as dietary & fluid intake.
• Helping service users with mobility difficulties, or other physical disabilities, including incontinence. This includes the use of aids and other personal equipment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To be a successful Homecare Support Worker you will have the following skills and experience: • A full UK driving license with access to a vehicle. • Love working with people and enjoy giving back to your local community. • Kind, caring and compassionate nature. • Prior experience isn't necessary but experienced carers are very welcome. Full training is provided however NVQs and Diplomas are always beneficial.