Domiciliary Care Assistant Part Time

Reading, Oxfordshire
Howard Finley
Job Title: Domiciliary Care Assistant (Specialising in Elderly Care)

Location: Reading, UK
Salary: Competitive, starting from 12 to 15 / bank holiday enhancements
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Shift Times: 6am – 2pm 3pm – 10pm (Flexible shifts available)

Do you have a caring nature and a passion for supporting the elderly? Join our team as a Domiciliary Care Assistant in Reading, providing essential care and companionship to elderly clients in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and support for elderly clients, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
• Administer medication as directed by individual care plans.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to help maintain clients’ mental and emotional well-being.
• Assist clients with mobility, including moving and handling, helping them move around their home or attend appointments.
• Support with light household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and shopping.
• Record and monitor changes in clients’ health and communicate any concerns to healthcare professionals or family members.

Shifts Available:

• Morning Shift: 6am – 2pm
• Afternoon/Evening Shift: 3pm – 10pm
• Flexible part-time and full-time hours to suit your schedule.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving License (required) and access to your own vehicle (mileage paid).
• A caring and patient personality, with a passion for elderly care.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients.
• The ability to work independently and follow care plans with attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays as required.
• Previous experience in elderly care is desirable, but not essential-full training will be provided.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with additional mileage allowance.
• Flexible shifts for part-time and full-time roles, allowing a good work-life balance.
• Comprehensive paid induction training and ongoing professional development.
• A supportive team environment with 24/7 on-call assistance.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and employee benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth within a leading care provider.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about providing high-quality elderly care and want to make a meaningful impact in the community, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV today.

Become a Domiciliary Care Assistant in Reading today!