Job Description
Job summary
At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, high quality support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant.
We are currently seeking a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a client based in Kent.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care.
This position is a part-time role and involves 24 hours per week, including day and evening shifts on a two week rolling rota.
Shifts currently are:
Week 1
Monday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Tuesday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Wednesday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm, 7pm – 8pm
Thursday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm, 7pm – 8pm
Friday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Saturday 7am – 11am, 12:30pm – 2:30pm, 4pm – 5pm, 7pm – 9pm
Week 2
Monday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Tuesday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Wednesday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm, 7pm – 8pm
Thursday 9am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
Sunday 7am – 11am 12:30pm – 2:30pm, 4pm – 5pm, 7pm – 9pm
Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant
Meeting our client's complex health needs including personal care, epilepsy management and gastrostomy care
Assisting clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence wherever possible
Providing companionship and emotional support
Helping with household tasks and meal preparation
Supporting clients to attend appointments and community activities
Administering medication when required