About us
Home Care Harborough Limited t/a Home Instead is a well established business covering the Oakham area since 2011. We are professional, sociable, and creative, and our goal is to ensure our employees really enjoy spending time with our lovely clients.
Our work environment includes:

• Great training and support from a dedicated team
• Coffee Meetups with other members of the team
• Growth opportunities with training to build towards a career in care if that's what you are looking for!

**Teatime Caregiver/Companion**
**Duties:**
Each teatime visit is a minimum of an hour between 5-10pm
Varied contracts available inc guaranteed hours. Alt weekends free.
Love to chat! and of course engage in companionship activities with clients, such as making things, jigsaws, games, and planning outings.
- Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments, errands, and social activities.
-Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming and personal care.
- Assist with mobility and transfers.
- Assist with any medications which may be according to prescribed schedules.
- Some clients may require assistance with monitoring and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature - don't worry! Full training and support is given for this.
- Enjoy assisting in planning and preparation of meals
- Perform light housekeeping tasks.
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**Experience:**
- Previous experience in looking after someone is preferred but not essential - a kind heart and a smile is a great attribute!.
- we provide all the necessary training for you to be a confident carer! First aid certification is not required.
- Ability to provide assistance with moving and handling when necessary.
As a caregiver, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need of assistance. You will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care and ensuring their safety and well-being.
If you are a caring individual with a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team of dedicated caregivers!
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs.
Expected start date: 30/11/2024
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £11.50-£25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 20 per week
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Referral programme

Physical Setting:

• Homecare

Work days:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Happy to help make a lovely evening meal? What is your favourite thing to cook!!!

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 30/11/2024