Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Weekend Care Workers to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes or community settings, ensuring they receive the care and assistance they need to maintain their independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and providing companionship to clients, particularly those with specific needs such as dementia care.
Duties
* Deliver personal care services including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
* Assist clients with meal preparation and ensure proper nutrition.
* Administer medication as prescribed and monitor clients for any side effects.
* Provide companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities & conversations to enhance their well-being.
* Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in client condition to management.
* Chaperone clients to appointments or social activities as required.
* Ensure a safe and clean environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties.
About you
* Experience & Attitude: A strong desire to help and care for others is essential. Previous experience in a care role, such as nursing home or home care setting, is preferred but not essential.
* Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families.
* Driving License and Vehicle: A full and clean driving license and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
* Right to Work in the UK: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
About us
Leah Care have been awarded Top 20 Homecare Provider in the South East for 4 years running. We are rated 10/10 on the website from our clients and their relatives. We are a small business operating in Horsham & Billingshurst where we have organically grown over the past five years through recommendation and word of mouth. We are proud to deliver excellent care and strive to employ care workers who share the same ethos as us.
We provide training to all new staff and continued professional development once you are onboard to help you grow into the best carer you can be.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the skills required for this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Employee mentoring programme
* Flexitime
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Licence/Certification:
* Driver's License (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road