Location: Aberdeen, Scotland
Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary (£): £12.50 – £13.00 per hour, expected hours: 1 – 40 per week
About [Aberdonia care limited]: This organization is dedicated to providing essential support and enhancing the quality of life for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities.
Job Details
Benefits
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- UK visa sponsorship
Requirements
- Driving license is essential.
- Access to a car is essential.
- Proficiency in English for effective communication with clients and team members.
- Understanding of care plans and ability to implement them accurately.
- Experience in home care or working within a care home environment is advantageous.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and their families.
- Basic IT skills for documentation purposes and communication with healthcare providers.
- Ability to work independently while also being part of a team-oriented environment.
Salary Details
The pay ranges from £12.50 to £13.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
About the Role
As a Personal Care Assistant, individuals will play a vital role in delivering high-quality personal care, ensuring clients feel valued, supported, and comfortable in their daily lives. Responsibilities include assisting clients with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and mobility. They will also help with meal preparation and feeding when necessary, administer medication as per care plans, and maintain a clean and safe environment for clients. Effective communication with clients, families, and healthcare professionals is crucial for ensuring continuity of care, alongside accurate documentation of daily activities and any changes in client condition. This position is ideal for compassionate individuals eager to make a difference in the lives of others.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
- Support clients with mobility and transfers as needed.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding when necessary.
- Administer medication as per care plans and ensure proper documentation.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, including tidying living spaces.
- Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Document daily activities and any changes in client condition accurately.
Other details that are not covered above include the requirement for a GCSE or equivalent (preferred), and at least one year of experience in a care home or home care environment is preferred. This role emphasizes the importance of strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and their families.
[Equal Opportunity Statement: This company is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.]
