Care Assistant

Hours: our service operates between the hours of 7am and 11pm - 7 days a week. shifts are typically between the hours of 7am-3pm and 3-11pm. you are paid per care call. if you are a driver, we pay mileage at 35p per mile. if you are a walker, you will be expected to walk up to 15 minutes between care calls.

job overview: to provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards, under the direction of the registered manager. to support and enable service users to maintain skills and personal interests, whilst delivering person-centered care unique to each individual. to maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required, from time-to-time, to maintain and progress knowledge. to undertake any other duties reasonably requested.

location: in the community

role specific duties: ensure service users are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing. to contribute to the efficient running of the service. support service users to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community. ensure care plans and other information about how to support service users are followed. be responsible for informing the management team of any changes in the needs of service users.

working with others: develop effective working relationships with other employees within quartz care work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for service users. if desired by the service user, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life.

leading by example: seek opportunities for personal and professional growth. be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service be professional, polite and reasonable at all times.

personal responsibilities: knowledge of, and work within, the fundamental standards understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of cqc and their requirements. commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role. attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management. understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the roll. be open to learning opportunities


role specific tasks: (this list is not exhaustive)
• personal care (including washing, dressing, continence care, oral care etc)
• meal preparation and feeding
• medication support and administration
• social support including companionship and access to the community
• moving and positioning of people
• general household duties
• reporting and documentation

person specification:
• caring, compassionate and passionate about delivering quality care
• reliable
• honest
• trustworthy
• good timekeeper
• organized
• good communication skills
• approachable and easy to talk to
• must be over the age of 18 due to personal care reasons
• literacy and numeracy skills
• a good level of written, spoken and understanding of the english language
• ability to work on your own and follow policies and procedures

Applicants to email a CV Tracy@quartzcare.co.uk or rebecca@quartzcare.co.uk please quote job title in email subject header.