Care Assistant-Driver

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Full time
Location: Kenilworth
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Job offered by: Silverberry Care
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Reports to

Field Care Supervisor

Summary of role

To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of customers in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care Assistants is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the client’s family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse.

Tasks Principal responsibilities

To assist clients who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.

To help clients with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.

To care for clients who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding.

To provide care and support for clients who are terminally ill.

To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.

To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.

To inspect, launder and mend clients’ clothes.

To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.

To read and write reports and be involved in clients’ reviews and training activities.

To adhere to all Silverberry Care’s policies and procedures at all times.

To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.

To encourage the independence of clients wherever possible.

Requirements Personal attributes

It is considered essential that Care Assistants possess the following qualities:

Self motivated & well organised.

Caring & sensitive to the needs of others.

Ability to use own initiative.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Full UK driving license.

Access to own vehicle.

Benefits

Company pension

On site car park

Blue light card refund

45p mileage pay

Support to achieve QCF qualifications

Referral scheme

If you are passionate about providing exceptional domiciliary care services and possess the leadership skills to drive success, we invite you to apply for the position of Care Assistant-Driver at Silverberry Care. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.

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