Evening & Weekend Care Assistant

Job description

Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. Plenty of ups, some downs, and a few curveballs. At London Care, every day is different. Every day offers you the opportunity to do meaningful and rewarding work that changes people's lives.

We support service users in the following locations across London.

Work LocationShifts work across seven days a week, EVENING – 2:00 pm – 10:00/11:00 pm

Job DescriptionYou will support clients by following their individual care plans and assisting with personal care, medication, and daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility assistance, meal preparation, medication administration, and social engagement.

Companionship – being a friendly face & preventing loneliness through engaging conversations, activities, and outings.

Personal Care – all aspects of personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while maintaining the client's dignity and privacy.

Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, providing reminders, and assisting with the administration of medication as per care plan guidelines.

Nutrition and Mealtimes – preparing tasty and nutritious meals, considering dietary requirements and preferences, and assisting with feeding when necessary.

Housekeeping – keeping their home just the way they like it, including light cleaning, laundry, and tidying up living spaces.

Mobility Assistance – help with getting around safely, including transfers, walking support, and using mobility aids.

Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in the client's physical or mental condition to healthcare professionals and family members.

Social Inclusion – encouraging and facilitating participation in community activities and maintaining connections with family and friends.

Emotional Support – providing a listening ear, empathy, and reassurance to clients experiencing anxiety, loneliness, or distress.

Documentation – maintaining accurate records of care provided, incidents, and any changes in the client's condition.

Safety and Emergency Response – ensuring a safe living environment, recognising potential hazards, and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Collaboration – working effectively with other care team members, healthcare professionals, and family members to ensure comprehensive and consistent care.

QualificationsYou don't need social care experience – we value heart, kindness, resilience, and a willingness to learn. Show compassion, good communication skills, and problem‐solving abilities, and a commitment to delivering respectful care.

Have a right to work within the UK.

Additional InformationWe offer a range of benefits and support to help you thrive.

Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay.

Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement.

Death in Service Payment.

Benefits and Well‐being Platform.

28 days annual leave (pro rata).

Cycle to work scheme.

Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!

Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands.

Flexible hours, part and full time available.

Local work and paid mileage.

Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays.

Paid training – online and face to face.

Self‐development – progression opportunities.

Access to our in‐house app.

No experience necessary.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We see extraordinary achievements happen every day as we transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we offer a world of career opportunity, choice and security.

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English