Caregiver - Hackney (Part Time, Flexible Hours) - London Borough of Hackney, United Kingdom - Home Instead

Home Instead

Verified Company

London Borough of Hackney, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Part time

Description

Company Description

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people.

With a minimum visit of one hour (this ensures you have good time to carry out care as it should be and to build a relationship with your client), award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

We refer to you as "
_Care Professionals_".

This is because our caregivers are doing an amazing job and we see you as professionals after being trained by us.

Job Description:

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We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want to make a true difference to the quality of life of our clients in London Borough of Hackney.

Every one of our clients is unique and special, the joy and comfort our clients receive from one of our
_Care Professionals_ visiting them makes this an incredibly rewarding job.

As our clients live in their own homes, they need care visits that work around their lifestyle, we do not offer 24/7 care and generally calls are carried out between 7.

30am and 10pm, as such can offer our
_Care Professionals_ a wide range of shifts to meet their needs too

Home Instead offers great rates of pay and the support of a friendly and professional office team. All you need is a passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service. You will be reliable, trustworthy and respectful. You will enjoy building professional friendships and to be comfortable with spending time in the company of others.

As well as gaining fulfilment for yourself, you will be really helping to reduce periods of loneliness and making a huge difference, your visits are so important to our clients.

Care Professional Responsibilities:

Being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

Reflect the core values of Home Instead
Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client's quality of life
Document daily activities and report any significant changes in a client's needs or living conditions
Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff

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Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
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Home help - help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework

Accompanying to appointments, local activities or shopping

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Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Essential Criteria

A passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service
Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect
Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build professional relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner
Respect for people with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own and who may have a range of medical conditions. Commitment to nondiscriminatory care practice
Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions
You must be reliable, trustworthy and an excellent time keeper
Live within London Borough of Hackney

Qualifications: