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.
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.