Home Care Assistant

Bluebird Care


Date: 1 day ago
City: Reading, England
Salary: £13 - £19 per hour
Contract type: Full time
Start a Career That Truly Matters – Become a Home Care Assistant with Bluebird Care.

Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference? Want to work for a company that values compassion, flexibility, and personal growth?

At Bluebird Care Reading & Wokingham we’re hiring Home Care Assistants to support people in living independently, with dignity and comfort, right in their own homes.

Whether you're starting your career or looking for something more meaningful, we’ll support you every step of the way, with training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow.

In your role as a Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Personal Care:

  • Assist customers with daily living, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
  • Provide support with mobility and transferring to ensure the safety and comfort of individuals.

Companionship:

  • Engage in conversations, activities, and hobbies to promote mental and emotional well-being.

Medication Assistance:

  • Administer medications according to prescriptions.
  • Monitor and report any changes in customers' health conditions.

Meal Assistance:

  • Prepare and assist with nutritious meals, considering any dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Support customers in maintaining hydration.

Household Support:

  • Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning and laundry
  • Ensure a safe and tidy environment for customers.

Documentation:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care activities, observations, and any relevant information

Safety and Well-being:

  • Monitor and address safety concerns, taking proactive measures to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Provide emotional support during challenging times

However, it extends beyond these duties; it's about creating a meaningful experience. For some of our customers, we may be their sole daily interaction, so it's essential to deliver a memorable experience.

You require:

Full and valid UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Located around Reading and Wokingham. We will not consider applicants out of the Berkshire area.

Right to work in the UK

Excellent communication

Benefits:

In order to provide the best care for our customers, it's essential that we prioritise the well-being of our team. To ensure this, we offer.

Paid travel time

Mileage paid at 25p per mile

Guaranteed or Flexible hours contracts available

Regular customers you can get to know and care for on a regular basis

Paid training and on-going support

28 days paid holiday, pro rata

Work smartphone

Company pension scheme

Support towards national qualifications such as QCF Level 2 and 3

Increased pay rates for people already qualified with L2 or above.

Employee of the month awards (£50 bonus)

No experience is necessary. It is essential to be authorised to work in the UK and  have a Full Driving Licence, your own reliable vehicle and be living in the Berkshire area to be considered for this role.

Select "Apply Now" to submit your application today! Choose to be a part of Bluebird Care because it's more than just a job.
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