4 - 5 Month Contract with A local Authority

To provide high-quality, person-centred support to individuals in their homes or community settings, promoting independence, dignity, safety, and well-being. The post-holder will assist with daily living tasks, personal care, planned support activities, and night-time supervision as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical assistance with daily living tasks including washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, and mobility support.
  

• Support individuals with meal preparation, hydration, nutrition, and medication prompts in line with care plans.
  

• Deliver night-time support including welfare checks, responding to calls, reassurance, and ensuring a safe environment.
  

• Support service users to participate in community activities, social engagement, and maintaining meaningful routines.
  

• Encourage independence, confidence, and developing life skills (household tasks, budgeting, cooking, travel training).
  

• Accompany individuals to appointments, social activities, and community events as required.
  

• Follow all agreed care plans, risk assessments, and support guidelines.
  

• Accurately record daily notes, incident reports, and any changes in individuals’ needs.
  

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, managers, and external professionals when necessary.
  

• Promote and protect the welfare of vulnerable adults in line with safeguarding policies.
  

• Report any concerns, changes, or incidents promptly using correct procedures.
  

• Ensure a safe home or care environment, maintaining infection control and following health & safety practices.
  

• Treat all individuals with dignity, respect, and compassion.
  

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold organisational values.
  

• Work as a team member, contributing to handovers, team meetings, and continuous improvement.
  

Requirements

• Caring, patient, reliable, and committed to supporting others.
  

• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  

• Ability to follow instructions, care plans, and work independently.
  

• Willingness to work shifts including nights and weekends.
  

• Respect for diversity and ability to work with vulnerable adults.
  

• Basic IT literacy for logging notes.
  

• Previous experience in social care, home care, or support work.
  

• Knowledge of safeguarding, mental health, learning disabilities, or elderly care.
  

• Driving licence (if required for community roles).
  

• Relevant training (e.g., manual handling, first aid, infection control).