Home care assistant

EHC Cumbria

Hours:

Full Time / Part Time and Bank (flexible shifts, including some evenings/weekends)

Location:

Penrith and surrounding village's (Occasional trips outside of Penrith maybe required to support with hospital appointments in Carlisle or Kendal)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our Service Users by assisting with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and safety. This position requires strong communication skills, a caring disposition, and the ability to follow Care Plans effectively.

• Provide Personal Care and Support to our Service Users within their own homes, including washing, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Support daily living activities, such as meal preparation, feeding, light household tasks and shopping.
• Administer or prompt medication in accordance with Person Centred Care Plans and company policies (after appropriate training is given).
• Encourage independence and promote dignity, privacy and choice of each Service User at all times.
• Provide companionship and emotional support, helping to reduce loneliness and maintain wellbeing.
• Assist with mobility and transfers, using appropriate moving and handling techniques and equipment.
• Monitor and report changes in Service Users health, mood or behaviour to Senior Staff or Management.
• Keep accurate care records and reports, ensuring all documentation is completed promptly and correctly.
• Follow our individual Care Plans and risk assessments to deliver person- centred support.
• Work collaboratively with family members, healthcare professionals and our wider Care Team to ensure continuity of care.
• Adhere to Safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety policies at all times.
• Attend training and supervision sessions to maintain and improve care standards and professional development.

• Genuine passion for providing high-quality care and supporting others to live independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – able to build trust and rapport with Service Users and families.
• Reliable, compassionate and patient, with a respectful and caring attitude.
• Ability to follow detailed Care Plans and record information accurately.
• Good time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and continuous professional development.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and health and safety in a care setting.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings and bank holidays as required.

• Previous experience in care, support or healthcare setting (home care, residential or hospital).
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social care.
• Care certificate.

• Reliable, trustworthy and compassionate.
• Dedicated and dependable.
• Respectful and patient.
• Caring by nature.
• Responsible and professional.
• Excellent communicators.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Team players.
• Committed to learning and development.
• Confident driver and car owner (mileage is paid).
• Organised with good admin skills: clear written communication, basic IT skills.

• Competitive hourly pay (£13.50).
• Paid mileage and expenses during outings.
• Full training and support throughout employment.
• A small Care Team with great support.
• Flexible scheduling.

At EHC Cumbria, you'll be joining a small, person-centred Care Team that truly values every member. We pride ourselves on offering individualised support not only to our Service Users but to our staff as well. You'll have direct access to the manager ensuring you're never without guidance or a listening ear. Our close-knit team works together, supports one another, and celebrates the difference we make every day – making EHC Cumbria a place where you're genuinely appreciated and empowered to provide the best possible care and truly be yourself.

Please note that EHC Cumbria does not hold a Home Office Sponsorship Licence, so we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. We kindly ask that only those with an existing right to work in the UK apply. Thank you for your understanding.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract