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Job description

To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care.

Responsibilities

• After discussion between the Home Care Co-ordinator and the referring agency, the Care Worker will be introduced to the client and informed of the care required.
• The Care Worker will undertake any personal care, practical or domestic tasks appropriate to the care of the client.
• The Care Worker will be required to be aware of and assist with the client’s health care needs as agreed with the referring agency.
• The Care Worker will be expected to maintain records as required and to report to their Line Manager on a regular basis.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience of caring in a formal/informal setting
• A full current driving licence and access to a car is also essential. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.