Home Care Assistant

Job Overview l To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Care Coordinator / Registered Manager l To support and enable Customers to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centered care unique to each individual l To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge.  The salary is £24,500  Weekend pay £12.44  Weekend Overtime £13.44  Driving License needed  45p per mile 44 hours per week 4 X 12 hour days  RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE ROLE l Ensure Customers are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing l To contribute to the efficient running of the service l Support Customers to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community l Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support Customers are followed l Be responsible for informing the Care Coordinator / Registered Manager of any changes in the needs of Customers l Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support     Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Excel Care Group Ltd  Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Customers If desired by the Customer, maintain and develop professional relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life.  l Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth l Be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service  Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times   l Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards l Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements l Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role l Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management l Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role l Be open to learning opportunities