Care Assistant

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team in Chester. If you have a kind heart and a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference to people's lives, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment where you will provide essential care and assistance to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.

• Provide personal care support to clients, including assistance with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, and grooming - Support clients with mobility and movement, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times - Prepare and serve meals, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within clients' homes, including light housekeeping duties - Assist with medication reminders and ensure clients take prescribed medications as directed - Build positive and professional relationships with clients, offering emotional support and companionship - Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and the wider care team to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of care provided and report any concerns or changes in client wellbeing - Respect client confidentiality and uphold their dignity and independence at all times - Undertake training and induction programmes to develop your knowledge and skills - Respond flexibly to changing client needs and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver person-centred care

• A genuine passion for caring and supporting others, with a kind and compassionate approach - Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate warmly and respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds - Reliability and trustworthiness; you will be punctual and dependable in all aspects of your role - Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks - Patience, tolerance, and resilience when working with vulnerable individuals - Flexibility with scheduling, including availability for various shift patterns as required - Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and respecting their privacy and dignity - Willingness to undertake training and development, including induction programmes and ongoing professional development
• Basic awareness of health and safety practices within a care environment - Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance (or willingness to obtain this as a condition of employment) - No prior care experience is necessary; we welcome applications from those new to the care sector who demonstrate genuine commitment and the right attitude