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Domiciliary Care Assistant

Howard Finley Ltd
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Salary

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Domiciliary Care Assistant specializing in elderly care is available in Reading, UK.
  • The salary offered is competitive, starting from £12 to £15 per hour, with additional bank holiday enhancements.
  • Candidates should ideally have previous experience in elderly care, although full training will be provided.
  • Flexible full-time and part-time shifts are available, primarily from 6am to 2pm and 3pm to 10pm.
  • A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are required for this role.
Job Title: Domiciliary Care Assistant (Specialising in Elderly Care)

Location: Reading, UKSalary: Competitive, starting from £12 to £15 / bank holiday enhancements Job Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeShift Times: 6am - 2pm | 3pm - 10pm (Flexible shifts available)

Do you have a caring nature and a passion for supporting the elderly? Join our team as a Domiciliary Care Assistant in Reading, providing essential care and companionship to elderly clients in their own homes.Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide personal care and support for elderly clients, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
  • Administer medication as directed by individual care plans.
  • Offer companionship and emotional support to help maintain clients' mental and emotional well-being.
  • Assist clients with mobility, including moving and handling, helping them move around their home or attend appointments.
  • Support with light household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and shopping.
  • Record and monitor changes in clients' health and communicate any concerns to healthcare professionals or family members.
Shifts Available:
  • Morning Shift: 6am - 2pm
  • Afternoon/Evening Shift: 3pm - 10pm
  • Flexible part-time and full-time hours to suit your schedule.
Requirements:
  • Full UK Driving License (required) and access to your own vehicle (mileage paid).
  • A caring and patient personality, with a passion for elderly care.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients.
  • The ability to work independently and follow care plans with attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays as required.
  • Previous experience in elderly care is desirable, but not essential-full training will be provided.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay with additional mileage allowance.
  • Flexible shifts for part-time and full-time roles, allowing a good work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive paid induction training and ongoing professional development.
  • A supportive team environment with 24/7 on-call assistance.
  • Holiday pay, pension scheme, and employee benefits.
  • Opportunities for career growth within a leading care provider.
How to Apply:

If you're passionate about providing high-quality elderly care and want to make a meaningful impact in the community, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV today.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.