Care Assistant for a person P/T £16.00 per hr in CT10 - Broadstairs

Care Assistant for a person P/T@ £16.00 per hr in CT10 - Broadstairs

Apply at UKCIL.com.

Reference

074ed08a

Job Description

Job Title

Personal Assistant/ Support Worker

Outline of role

To provide high-quality, person-centred support for an individual with profound learning disabilities, enabling them to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in their own home.

Support will focus on

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• Personal care
• Health and medical needs
• Daily living activities, including eating and drinking.
• Participation in community life
• Ensure the home environment is clean, safe, and comfortable.

All support must be delivered in line with UK legislation and best practice guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols.
• Assist with personal hygiene, and dressing.
• Support with medication and epilepsy management.
• Promote independence and choice wherever possible.
• Encourage individual to engage in preferred activities and community outings
• Record health information and report concerns promptly to the manager and healthcare professionals.

1.Behavioral & Emotional Support- Provide reassurance and calming strategies when the individual experiences anxiety or distress.

• Recognise behavioural cues and respond appropriately using positive behaviour support techniques.
• Encourage engagement in preferred activities (e.g. listening to music, sensory activities).

2. Communication & Engagement- Use knowledge of the person’s non-verbal communication and behavioural cues to meet their needs.

• Support social inclusion and community access, while managing risks and triggers.
• Promote dignity, respect, and choice at all times.

3. Safeguarding & Legal Compliance- Work in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Equality Act 2010.

• Safeguard the individual from harm, abuse, or neglect.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to GDPR and CQC standards.

4. Record Keeping- Maintain accurate daily notes, medication records, and incident reports.

• Ensure risk assessments and care plans are followed and updated as directed.

5. Teamwork & Professional Development- Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and family members.

• Attend mandatory training (epilepsy, first aid, safeguarding, moving & handling, behaviour management).
• Engage in supervision and continuous professional development.

Essential requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, compassionate, and respectful approach
• Willingness to follow structured care plans and protocols
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting dignity.

Other information

• Car driver preferred due to community access needs.
• Training and supervision provided.
• Enhanced DBS check required (cost covered)

This is not a list everything that you may. Be asked to do. You may be asked to dosimilar sorts of task which are not listed above.

Key Responsibilities

Services - Meal Preparation

• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training - Essential PA Guide

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation - Full UK driving license

Medical - Safe Administration of Medication

• Epilepsy Awareness

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com