What is a Care Assistant?

A care assistant helps individuals with personal care, household tasks, and companionship.

Our local visiting care services allow people to remain independent and live comfortably in their homes. By offering this essential service, you enable them to stay in the familiar environment they cherish and continue living life on their own terms.

If you are compassionate and meet all eligibility criteria, we may also consider sponsorship.

What Does a Home Care Assistant Do?

Medication Assistance

Clients with medical conditions may need help with their medication. We ensure you are fully trained to administer medication safely and appropriately.

Personal Care

This includes helping clients with bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.

Meal Preparation

Preparing healthy, nutritious, and tasty meals is essential for improving quality of life. You might be asked to cook a full meal or prepare a light snack for your clients.

Pet Care

If clients have pets they can't fully care for, you may be asked to walk their pets or refill their water bowls.

Running Errands

Some clients may have difficulty getting out, so you may be asked to pick up groceries or run other errands like visiting the post office.

Clinical Care

For clients with complex health conditions, you might work alongside a nurse to provide specialized support.

Mobility Assistance

Clients with physical disabilities, medical conditions, or age-related frailty may need help moving around, especially with getting in and out of bed or visiting the bathroom.

Household Chores

Assist with tasks like vacu

Assist with tasks like vacuuming, laundry, and cleaning, which can be challenging for less mobile clients.

uming, laundry, and cleaning, which can be challenging for less mobile clients.

Companionship

Providing friendly company can be vital. Whether it’s having a cup of tea or helping with a jigsaw puzzle, companionship can greatly enhance well-being.

Pay and Benefits

We ensure our care professionals are compensated with a living wage.

Your Application Process

Once you’ve applied for a suitable position, you’re just four straightforward steps from starting your new role:

Interview Process

 A member of our recruitment team will reach out to schedule an interview with you.

Pre-employment Checks

We'll conduct a comprehensive DBS check and request you two or more external references.

Internal Assessment

After your interview, you'll be invited to attend an assessment day at a nearby center.

Begin Your New Role

You’ll start by shadowing an existing carer as you get acclimated.

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Enhance Your Career in Care with Us

At Rapha Care Group , we believe that carers are the foundation of our organization. That’s why we prioritize your career growth through comprehensive training and development programs.

First Aid Training

Equip yourself with essential skills, from handling injuries to performing CPR, to effectively respond in emergencies.

Our Core Values

We are committed to providing family-led care with exceptional standards and kindness at the forefront.

Dementia Support

Gain expertise in supporting customers with dementia, helping them thrive in their cherished homes.

Manual Handling Skills

Develop proficiency in hoisting, using mobility aids, and assisting customers to move safely within their homes.

Continuous Development

Broaden your skill set, enhance your knowledge, and advance your career in the care industry.

Health and Safety

Stay informed on accident prevention measures to protect both yourself and your customers.

Safeguarding Practices

Learn how to keep your customers safe by identifying and responding to potential risks.

Medication Management

Master the safe handling, administration, and error reporting of medication.