Personal Care Assistant (Elderly) (Support Worker)
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Personal Carer for our client, a private care business based in London.
The successful post holder will provide compassionate and reliable care to an elderly individual, assisting with personal care, daily routines and general wellbeing. The role requires someone who is patient, respectful and committed to maintaining the individual's dignity, independence and comfort.
This role is a permanent position , working Monday to Friday with three visits per day .
Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:
- Provide compassionate and person-centred care to an elderly individual.
- Assist with personal hygiene, including washing, cleaning and dressing as required.
- Support the individual with their daily routines and personal needs.
- Promote dignity, privacy, independence and choice at all times.
- Provide appropriate assistance and reassurance throughout each visit.
- Monitor the individual's general wellbeing and report any concerns appropriately.
- Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment.
- Follow agreed care plans, procedures and instructions.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality and respect the individual's privacy.
- Communicate effectively with the individual, family members and relevant care professionals where required.
- Follow appropriate health and safety, safeguarding and infection-control procedures.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role.
Personal Requirements:
- Previous experience working in a care or personal carer role.
- An Enhanced DBS certificate.
- Relevant care qualification, such as NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Ability to speak Punjabi is highly desirable.
- First Aid certificate is desirable.
- Manual Handling certificate is desirable.
- Reliable and punctual, with the ability to attend all scheduled visits.
- Commitment to providing consistent, high-quality care.
Working Hours: 5 days per week, 15hrs per week, Monday to Friday — 3 visits per day:
- 08:00 – 09:00
- 12:00 – 13:00
- 17:00 – 18:00
Pay: £12.00 – £14.00 per hour, dependent on experience.