Abbots Care
Live In Care Assistant
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About Abbots Care
Abbots Care is an award-winning Care Provider who places their clients and care needs at the centre of our service.
We provide round-the-clock care packages to support people who have long term health conditions to live in the comfort and safety of their own home.
About the Role
We are looking for a warm, compassionate and experienced Live-In Carer to support Shirley, a lovely 92-year-old lady in her own home in Stapleford, Hertfordshire.
Shirley is a sociable lady who loves a good chat and enjoys having music playing. She also loves her garden and enjoys being able to see and appreciate it from home.
Although Shirley doesn't get out and about as much as she used to, she still really enjoys looking around the shops when she has the opportunity.
The right carer will take the time to get to know Shirley, understand what matters to her and help her continue enjoying the things she loves.
We are therefore looking for a carer who is patient, calm, reassuring and who will never rush her. Someone who can listen to Shirley's concerns, help her feel safe and gradually build her confidence would be a wonderful fit.
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Key Responsibilities
- Providing companionship and conversation
- Supporting Shirley with her daily routines and personal care
- Offering reassurance and support around her mobility
- Helping her maintain as much choice and independence as possible
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Supporting with medication in line with her care plan
- Light household duties and laundry
- Supporting with shopping and errands
- Encouraging Shirley to enjoy her music and garden
- Where appropriate and when Shirley feels comfortable, supporting her to enjoy trips out, including looking around the shops
- Monitoring her general wellbeing and communicating any concerns
What We Offer
- Rates of £800 per week, with an additional £50.00 per week food allowance
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Clinical support and supervision.
- A supportive and experienced management team.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone's life.
- The chance to be part of a dedicated team helping an individual rebuild confidence, independence, and enjoyment in life following a significant spinal injury.
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Requirements
More than anything, Shirley needs someone who will take the time to get to know her as a person.
Her ideal carer will be:
- A driver, with a full UK license and own vehicle - this is mandatory for the role
- Friendly, chatty and a good listener
- Kind, patient and compassionate
- Calm and reassuring, particularly when supporting mobility
- Respectful of Shirley's choices and feelings
- Experienced in supporting the elderly
- Ideally experienced in live-in care
- Reliable and able to work confidently and independently
- Passionate about providing person-centred care
- Someone who understands that the little things, such as putting on some favourite music, having a chat or enjoying the garden together, can make a real difference to someone's day
If you're an experienced Live-In Carer who believes great care starts with getting to know the person, listening to them and understanding what makes them happy, we'd love to hear from you.
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