Care Assistant

Home Instead Tyne Valley are rapidly growing with full time and part time hours available. We are looking for a caring person to support clients in and around the Hexham, Corbridge, Prudhoe and Tyne Valley area.  If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re looking for Care Professionals who are caring, compassionate and reliable. As a Care Professional you will provide a variety of non-medical services to help clients keep their independent within their own home. Join our compassionate team as a Care Assistant in Hexham, United Kingdom! We're seeking dedicated individuals to provide essential support and companionship to our clients in their homes. As a Care Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for those in need. - Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming - Prepare nutritious meals and help with feeding when necessary - Provide medication reminders and monitor clients' well-being - Offer emotional support and companionship to clients - Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients - Accompany clients to medical appointments and social activities - Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans - Document client progress and report any changes in condition - Respond promptly to emergencies and provide basic first aid when needed - Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to health and safety regulations   - Genuine passion for helping others with a friendly, empathetic demeanour - Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle - Basic first aid knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries - Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and daily activities - Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends - Strong time management and organisational skills  We offer a competitive rate of pay of £14 per hour. Flexibility in work patterns. As well as day time, we work evenings and weekends. Due to the areas of working, a driving licence and car is required. Please Note - We do not offer sponsorship for this role. - A full UK driving licence is essential. - You must have your own vehicle with Business Class 1 insurance. - As we carefully match Care Professionals with clients, it can take time to build your hours. We cannot guarantee full-time hours immediately, and it may take several weeks to reach your preferred number of hours.