Day care Assistant - Wandsworth SW18

Paragon Home Healthcare is seeking an experienced carer for a 12-hour Day Shift to support a friendly teenage client living in an adapted flat in the Wandsworth SW18 area. The client has sustained a spinal cord injury , resulting in paralysis from the chest down. As he prepares to return to college, you will play a crucial role in assisting him throughout the day, including accompanying him on bus journeys to and from college. We are looking for a friendly and sociable carer who enjoys football and gaming.

Your responsibilities will include providing personal care, supporting daily living tasks, and offering companionship to encourage his successful re-engagement with college life.

With this client, you'll be engaged in a Rota of 3-4 or more shifts a week . Alternatively, if eligible, you can be a part of our Standby rota, working conveniently from home . To support your journey, we provide comprehensive training, equipping you to excel in your caregiving role.

Please note: A valid child DBS is required for this role.

Job type: Day Shift -8 AM-8 PM (12 hrs) with a second carer 8 AM- 5 PM Weekends

Pay rate: £14.75 per hour (Monday to Friday) / £17.70 per hour (Weekends); more on bank holidays

What We Offer

• Growth Opportunities : We support your professional development.
• Casual Work Setting : Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while you work.
• On-the-Job Training : We invest in your skills.
• Safe Work Environments : Your well-being is our priority.

Benefits

• Fully Paid and Supportive Training : We invest in your development.
• Competitive Pay Rates : We recognize your hard work.
• Extra Pay for Public Holiday : Your dedication is rewarded
• Travel Allowances: Eligibility applies
• Two-Weekly Payroll : Consistent and timely payment.
• Regular Work with Advanced Client Schedules : Stability in your work.
• Staff Benefits and Reward Scheme : We appreciate your contributions.
• 24-Hour Support : You're never alone.
• Nurse-Practitioner Led : Expert guidance.
• Award-Winning Homecare Provider : Join a reputable team.
• Recommended by Our Employees : Our staff are our best advocates.

Care Job Overview

As a Carer (sometimes referred to as a Personal Assistant), you will assist the client with daily care, activities of daily living, and mobility needs. Specific duties will be detailed in the Client's care plan and daily activities, managed through our electronic visit system. Responsibilities include personal care, spinal injury toileting, mobility support, meal preparation, and more. Comprehensive training and support are provided to ensure you can deliver the necessary care.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record the client's health status.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Ensure the client's safety.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Notify clients of changes in medications.
• Arrange transportation for client appointments.

Requirements to Work with Us

• Experience in spinal injury care preferred
• Available to work 8am - 8pm with one hour overlap with the night shift carer
• Complete our online application form.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced (DBS) check or online sign-up.
• References.

About Paragon Home Healthcare

At Paragon Home Healthcare, we prioritize our staff. We are a professional, innovative, and rewarding team with a primary goal: to enhance the lives of those in need of care through compassionate, consistent, and high-quality home care services. Join our award-winning team, where we offer immediate starts, swift recruitment, paid training, flexible schedules, and regular work. Our staff consistently rates us as a 5-star employer.

Paragon Home Healthcare is a client-focused and ethical care organization committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.