Right at Home are a premium quality homecare provider, supporting older people and vulnerable adults to remain safe and happy in their own homes. We are looking for compassionate, reliable and professional Care Assistants to join our team. As a Care Assistant you will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities and build meaningful relationships with clients to promote independence and wellbeing.
Why join us?
Competitive pay rates plus mileage allowance
Performance-related bonuses and recognition schemes
20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (pro rata) with opportunities to increase with service
Continuous training and clear career progression pathways
Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support
Be part of a supportive, values-driven team focused on high quality, person-centred care
Main duties and responsibilities
Provide safe, respectful and compassionate personal care to clients in their own homes, following agreed care plans
Support with daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, continence care and mobility assistance
Assist with medication administration where trained and permitted, and follow medication procedures
Prepare and support mealtimes, and assist with dietary needs and hydration
Support clients to maintain independence, dignity and social inclusion
Observe, report and record changes in client wellbeing, completing accurate notes and records in line with company policy
Follow health and safety guidance, infection control procedures and safeguarding protocols at all times
Work collaboratively with the care team, relatives and healthcare professionals to deliver joined-up care
What we are looking for
Previous experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; full training and induction will be provided
Compassionate, reliable and person-centred approach to care
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow care plans and complete accurate records
Willingness to undertake training and gain relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE/NVQ/Adult Care Level 2 or 3)
Right to work in the UK
Able to travel to client homes; a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential
Enhanced DBS check (we can support with application if required)
Training and development
Comprehensive induction and mandatory training including safeguarding, moving & handling, medication and infection control
Ongoing professional development and access to qualifications to support career progression
Regular supervision and support from experienced managers and a friendly team culture
Equal opportunities
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic.
If you are caring, dependable and want to make a positive difference to people’s lives, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to join our team and begin a rewarding career in domiciliary care.
What exactly does Right at Home UK do?
> Provides a premium quality service to adults and older people who require some assistance to live at home and enjoy their independence.
> Delivers highly personalised support that benefits the whole family, not just the individual Client. Our care teams offer companionship, social activity, support with diet, exercise and household management, as well as personal care and help with mobility.
> Keeps the Client's wellbeing as the top priority. The Right at Home UK approach of using consistent and thoughtfully matched carers, who visit for at least one hour, promotes strong relationships, trust and a holistic approach to our Clients' care and quality of life.
