Weekend Care Assistant
- Havant, Hampshire
- £15.60 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Competitive pay: up to £15.60 per hour
- Paid travel time and mileage
- Flexible working hours
- Minimum of one hour per visit
- We cover the cost of your DBS check
- Eligibility for the Blue Light Card discount scheme.
- EarlyPay - access up to 50% of your pay before payday.
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support and counselling.
- Assisting with personal care, meals, and light housework
- Offering companionship and emotional support
- Accompanying clients to appointments or activities
- Administering medication and monitoring health changes
- Keeping accurate care records and collaborating with the team
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and seek assistance when necessary
- Genuine passion for caring for others and a compassionate nature
- Previous care assistant experience preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Physical fitness to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
- Reliability and punctuality, with a strong work ethic
- Basic first aid knowledge (training can be provided)
- Valid driving licence and own vehicle
- Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and dignity at all times
- Ability to follow care plans and adhere to company policies and procedures