Live In Care Assistant in Hackney – IMMEDIATE START! £130 per day

Job DescriptionTHIS ROLE IS UK BASED AND THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WILL NEED TO BE ESTABLISHED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.Primary Responsibilities:Provide live in care, usually working aloneReflect the core values of Home Instead franchiseContribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of lifeAs you will be staying in the client’s home, you will follow their house rules and be mindful of their need for privacyYou may be the only person the client sees over a period of time, it is therefore essential to document daily activities and report any changes or causes for concern in a client’s needs or living conditionsYou need to be clear about when to seek help and advice to keep clients safe and promote their well-beingMaintain regular communication with line manager and office staffCOMPANIONSHIP services which could include, but are not limited to:Offer companionship and conversationMonitor diet and eatingStimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies and crafts)Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities and outingsHelp with travel arrangementsOrganise mail and write lettersAssist with walking (lending an arm to steady)Accompany to appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings)HOME HELP services which could include, but are not limited to:Run errands / collect prescriptions etcPerforming light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants etc.)Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry datesPlan prepare and tidy away mealsAnswer the doorAssist with pet careSupervise home maintenanceHelp with shopping and oversee home deliveriesPERSONAL CARE services which could include, but are not limited to:Provide medication remindersHelp with bathing, dressing and groomingHelp with continence careAssist to eat and drinkProvide Dementia / Alzheimer careProvide respite / convalescence careAssist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck inSecondary Responsibilities: Participate in company sponsored training and social events including Care Professional meetingsReport hours according to office policy & communicate changes in availability in a timely mannerParticipate in PEAQ engagement SurveyDocument client information in Client and Life JournalMay require you to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client using your vehicle or a client’s vehiclePerform other reasonable duties as assignedQualificationsEssential Criteria:Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respectAbility to adapt to various living environments and locationsAbility to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant mannerWillingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionals Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own. Commitment to non-discriminatory care practiceWilling to seek guidance when needed and follow instructionsExcellent time keeper who is organised and reliableAbility to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short noticeGood hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearanceGood level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the jobThis role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant bodyClass 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes)Additional InformationBenefits2 weeks on and 2 weeks off (can be flexible)Award winning trainingPension schemePaid holiday£130 a day plus daily food allowance Pay and a half on bank holidays Rewards scheme and employee support lineBlue Light card discountOngoing training and development plus fully funded Level 2 and 3 qualifications….