Care Assistant in Egham inEgham PUBLISHED FRI 17 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
At Audley Care, we’re proud of the way we’re enriching people’s lives. How? By helping people maintain their independence in their own home and delivering exceptional care that’s best in class.
The Care Assistant role offers homecare services to all our customers ranging from Health & Wellbeing activities, housekeeping, personal care, to companionship.
The Care Assistants need to effectively maintain Audley’s objective to deliver high quality, compassionate care that is compliant to CQC requirements and facilitates re-enablement and support by showing Understanding, Empathy, Respect and Warmth to our customers.
What will I do?
The Care Assistant role offers homecare services to all our customers ranging from Health & Wellbeing activities, housekeeping, personal care, to companionship.
The Care Assistants need to effectively maintain Audley’s objective to deliver high quality, compassionate care that is compliant to CQC requirements and facilitates re-enablement and support by showing Understanding, Empathy, Respect and Warmth to our customers.
What will I do?
- Visiting village & community customers daily, following their personal care plan which will include providing personal care and supporting them with day-to-day tasks. These could include getting in and out of bed, washing and bathing, help with dressing, assisting mealtimes and preparing drinks, preparing the administration of medication and continence care.
- House duties may include, fitness support, Health awareness programmes, cooking, laundry, vacuuming, ironing and other housework. In addition, our customers require support when attending medical appointments, collecting prescriptions as well as offering home from hospital support.
- Encouraging customers to be as independent as possible in all daily activities, including personal care and exercise.
- Liaising with family members where required.
- Respecting customers right to dignity and privacy.
- Full compliance of Safeguarding policies and behaviours.
- Attending all relevant and compulsory training to continually improve skills and understanding.
- You will be based within the community, so must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- The Audley Academy will support anyone who is new to care, with a full induction programme and support with the completion of their care certificate.
- Good level of written and oral English
- Use of company mobile and use of an app to manage schedules and keep in contact with the care team
- Ability to accurately complete electronic daily logs to reflect the care plans and follow any medication instructions
- Good knowledge of the local area
- Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively along with being adaptable where needed to meet different customer requirements
- Acts as a role model through impeccable customer, owner and team members service
- Flexible working hours meaning that you’re able to carry on with commitments outside of working life.
- 45p per mile paid to cover any travel and petrol costs.
- Excellent training programme in place including mandatory training and the option to undertake your NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care.
- Company pension scheme, with a 5% company contribution
- 28 days holiday (inclusive bank holidays)
- 50% discount on food and drinks at all of our restaurants nationwide
- Guest suites at staff rates at all of our luxury villages nationwide
- Free membership to our employee discount portal with access to discounts at all major retailers.
- Free membership to our Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme
- Refer a friend bonus scheme
- Free uniform and a lot more…
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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