Home Carer
- Location:
- Callander, FK17
- Rate:
- £161 - £168 per day
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 30 hours per week
- Exciting opportunity to work as part of a complex care team.
- POST BASED IN CALLANDER
- X3 NIGHTSHIFTS PER WEEK (10 HOUR SHIFT)
- EXPERIENCE WITH NON INVASIVE VENTILATION AND COMPLEX CARE SKILLS PREFERRED
- No set days but alternate weekends off.
- MUST BE A DRIVER AND HAVE ACCESS TO YOUR OWN CAR FOR WORK
- Provide compassionate and personalised care to clients with complex care needs.
- Provide support with NIV, suction and cough assist alongside activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals via PEG
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques and assistive devices
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning and laundry
- Escort clients to medical appointments or social outings
- Previous experience of NIV (CPAP/BiPAP), cough assist, suction and chest physio preferred but not required.
- Knowledge and experience of medication administration including via PEG
- Previous professional experience of working in homecare
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and their families
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules or client needs
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The caregiver may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £161.00-£168.00 per day