Description
We are seeking a Domiciliary Care Assistant to join our Richmond Villages Cheltenham team. As a Domiciliary Care Assistant, you will help residents make the most of life, providing person-centred care that supports independence and respects individual choice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting residents with personal care duties such as bathing, dressing, and continence care in their own homes within the Village
- Supporting at mealtimes, serving meals in their apartments or within the care home
- Helping to promote mental and physical activity of residents through hobbies, interests, or activities within the village
- Answering emergency calls when the care alert system is activated
- Working with the Domiciliary Care Manager and other external professionals such as GPs, Chiropodists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists where appropriate
- Admin duties: keeping accurate records, maintaining full documentation at all times to show care given, activities, and any changes to their health
Requirements:
- Experience in a care or dementia setting, or a Level 2/3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
- Passion for caring for others, honouring their choices, and prioritizing their safety and well-being
- Excellent listening skills with an optimistic attitude
- Ability to engage confidently with residents and their families
- Readiness to set a positive example and assist the broader team
Benefits:
- £13.25 per hour
- 24 hours per week with alternate weekends, 6 hour and 12 hour shifts
- Paid breaks
- £500 welcome bonus
- My Healthcare - quick access to support, advice, and treatment for health-related issues
- Annual allowance for Bupa healthcare products (£350)
- Free meal with every shift
- 28 days holiday
- Long Service rewards
- Interest-free annual travel loan
- Wagestream - early access to earned wages
- Competitive pension plans and parental leave options
- My Bupa Extras - discounts at favourite retailers and wellbeing tools