Live-in Care Assistant-Driver

Job description

Specific Job Role

This is a great opportunity to work with a lovely lady who has suffered a spinal cord injury and is partially paralysed. Included is the opportunity to travel with the client on holidays to Australia and be part of a highly supportive team. The client lives independently in a well-adapted house in Aylesbury with the support of two live-in carers with her at all times providing simultaneous support, ensuring ample assistance and rest for carers. Carers will also need to drive the client to and from gym sessions, local visits and any appointments.

With this client, you'll be engaged in a 2-week live-in assignment, succeeded by a 2-week rest period. Following 1-week rest, you have the option to work with another client for 1 week. Alternatively, if eligible, you can be a part of our Standby rota, working conveniently from home. To support your journey, we provide comprehensive training, equipping you to excel in your caregiving role.

About Paragon Home Healthcare

At Paragon Home Healthcare, we prioritize our staff. We are a professional, innovative, and rewarding team with a primary goal: to enhance the lives of those in need of care through compassionate, consistent, and high-quality home care services. Join our award-winning team, where we offer immediate starts, swift recruitment, paid training, flexible schedules, and regular work. Our staff consistently rates us as a 5-star employer.

What We Offer

• Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
• Casual Work Setting: Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while you work.
• On-the-Job Training: We invest in your skills.
• Safe Work Environments: Your well-being is our priority.

Benefits

• Accommodation Provided: No commuting or bills while on placement.
• Fully Paid and Supportive Training: We invest in your development.
• Competitive Pay Rates: We recognize your hard work.
• Double Pay for Public Holidays: Your dedication is rewarded
• Travel Allowances: Eligibility applies
• Two-Weekly Payroll: Consistent and timely payment.
• Regular Work with Advanced Client Schedules: Stability in your work.
• Staff Benefits and Reward Scheme: We appreciate your contributions.
• 24-Hour Support: You're never alone.
• Nurse-Led: Expert guidance.
• Award-Winning Homecare Provider: Join a reputable team.
• Recommended by Our Employees: Our staff are our best advocates.

Live-In Care Job Overview

As a Carer (sometimes referred to as a Personal Assistant), you will assist the client with daily care, activities of daily living, and mobility needs. Specific duties will be detailed in the Client's care plan and daily activities, managed through our electronic visit system. Responsibilities include personal care, spinal injury toileting, mobility support, meal preparation, and more. Comprehensive training and support are provided to ensure you can deliver the necessary care.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record the client's health status.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Ensure the client's safety.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Notify clients of changes in medications.
• Arrange transportation for client appointments.

Requirements to Work with Us

• Complete our online application form.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced (DBS) check or online sign-up.
• References.

Paragon Home Healthcare is a client-focused and ethical care organization committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Supplemental pay types:

• Loyalty bonus

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person