Care Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Local care

Description

About us
Local care is a small business in London. We are agile and professional.


Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided

You can work in a variety of settings, such as in a care home, at someone's home or within the community.

You'll support them with their social and physical activities, including:
\* Eating and drinking. \* Attending appointments. \* Shopping and money management. \* Undergoing basic medical checks. \* Washing and dressing. Your day-to-day might include: \* Booking and accompanying people to appointments. \* Assisting with personal care such as showering and dressing. \* Assisting people to eat and drink. \* Supporting people with their shopping. \* Monitoring individual's conditions, taking their temperature, pulse, respiration and weight, and possibly helping with medication.

\*What skills and qualifications do I need?\* What's most important is:
\* Your kindness, patience and compassion. \* Good English, numeracy and writing skills. \* Your ability to understand and follow procedures. \* Strong organisational and time management skills. \* Good communication and listening skills.


You may also need:
\* GCSE A-C in English and Maths. \* A social care qualification such as Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Don't worry if you don't have these qualifications - if you're interested in getting them, you can work towards them once you start the job.


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract

Contract length: 12 months


Salary:
£10.00-£11.00 per hour


Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employerprovided relocation package (preferred)

Work Location:
One location