Foreign Workers Needed For Home Care Assistant Jobs

Job Title: Home Care Assistant
Employer: L&F Care Services Limited
Location: Letchworth
Pay: £12 per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Full-time, Zero-hours contract
Shift and Schedule: Weekend availability, Night shift, Day shift

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Care Assistant to provide essential support in a home care environment. The ideal candidate will assist individuals with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being while promoting independence. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to follow care plans, making it crucial for the Home Care Assistant to be attentive and responsive to the needs of those they assist.

Duties

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Support clients with mobility and daily living tasks, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Assist in the preparation of meals and ensure dietary needs are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
• Follow care plans as directed by healthcare professionals, documenting any changes in the client’s condition.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required.
• Engage clients in meaningful conversation and activities to promote mental well-being.

Skills

• Experience in home care or a related field is preferred but not essential.
• Strong IT skills for maintaining records and communicating effectively with team members.
• Ability to develop and follow care plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• A valid driving license and access to a car are required for this role.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are essential traits for success in this role.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• UK visa sponsorship

Additional Information

• Schedule: Day shift, Night shift, Weekend availability
• Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience: Care: 1 year (required)
• Home care: 1 year (required)
• Language: English (required)
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
• Work Location: In person

What is the work environment like for a Home Care Assistant?

• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• High client interaction with a focus on personalized care.
• Safe, clean, and well-equipped working space.

Skills and Knowledge Needed 

• Basic understanding of home care procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a home care setting.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and care plans.
• Basic first aid knowledge (desirable).

Education and Certification Required

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
• Relevant training in care work (desirable).
• Driving licence and access to a car for client transportation.

Who Can Apply?

• UK citizens.
• Permanent or temporary residents of the UK.
• Candidates with or without a valid work permit.

How to Apply
Online: Apply on the Company’s Website.