About the Role
At Forward Option Staffing, our mission is to improve the quality of life of our service users by providing personalised services using a strength-based approach, providing service users choice and control with carers who recognise the importance of promoting independence.
Our workforce is the heart of what we do, therefore we like to invest in our staff to ensure everyone has the right skills, knowledge and experience they need to fulfil their daily duties effectively.
Do you have a caring nature and a willingness to help others? Would you like to work for a local company who values their staff?
We are looking for home carers to work with our clients within the community. This shift pattern is very flexible to meet your family needs and social lifestyle.
Healthcare Assistants/Carers
Assists elderly, recovering, or disabled clients with the activities of daily living.
Offers support and companionship to clients. Helps clients handle day-to-day self-care, such as toileting and hygiene. Communicates with families of clients to apprise them of the client's condition and progress. Advises clients and families on nutrition, hygiene, household activities, and other appropriate areas.
Duties Include
Cooking meals.
Personal care.
light house work.
Administering / prompting for medication.
Providing emotional support.
Documentations and record keeping Supervision of medication Support our clients to live as independent as can be tolerated Follow the care plan Personal care – assisting / prompting with daily needs.
Companionship – offering emotional support, keeping one another company Light house chores – helping with cleaning, laundry, meals preparation.
Person Requirements
Caring and compassionate.
Excellent organisational skills.
Able to work on own initiative.
Self-motivated and flexible.
Ability to provide emotional and social support whilst promoting dignity and respect.
Excellent communication skills. Good standard of written and verbal English.
Excellent attendance and punctuality record.
Passionate about providing a high standard of care and making a difference.
QCF units in health and social care or equivalent - (an opportunity to undertake this if desired).
Compliance Requirements
DBS on the update service system
Valid Passport
passport size photos (2)
Proofs of address -
Own bank details (UK)
Full C.V
National Insurance number
references from most recent employers (2)
Any certificates of qualifications
Immunization records
Covid 19 passport
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Once your application has been received with the supporting documents SCANNED to info@forwardoptionstaffing.co.uk, a member of the team will be in touch on the next step.