Care Assistant / Support Worker
Job Title: Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA004273
Company Name: Bridgewater Home Care Watford
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Weekends
Location: Rickmansworth, Watford
Type of Care Provider: Support at Home , Private Care (Direct Employer)
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults , End Of Life , Mental Health , Physical Disability , Sensory Impairment , Substance Misuse
Pay/Salary: £13.00 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 40 Hours Per Week - Shifts between 07:00 - 20:00
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: Full Time Contract, Part Time Contract, 0 Hours Contract
Our company's vision is to enable those who are less capable to lead happy and satisfying lives in their own homes. Our goal is to dominate the market and provide the best reliable care.
We view home as a location that gives familiarity, comfort, and security, and we think everyone should be able to choose to remain in their current residence. As a result, we have made the decision to extend our commitment to providing for our clients' needs to their homes, where they feel most comfortable.
You’ll be part of a passionate team focused on delivering high standards of care and making a real difference to the lives of our clients. We offer:
- 35p per mile mileage allowance
- Travel time paid - £10.42 per hour
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training
- Flexible shifts
- Continuity
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- A chance to work for a growing company with a shared vision of health and wellbeing.
Care Professional Academy Rewards include:
- Herts Rewards (Vivup)
- XO Student Discount
- Access to the NUS Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
- Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
- Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.
A Care Assistant provides essential support to clients, enhancing their daily lives through:
- Personal Care: Assisting with hygiene, mobility, and medication reminders.
- Health Monitoring: Observing changes, reporting to the line manager, and coordinating care.
- Companionship & Engagement: Encouraging social interaction and meaningful activities.
- Event & Community Participation: Taking clients to life-enriching events and outings.
- Household Assistance: Meal prep, light cleaning, and ensuring a safe environment.
- Documentation & Advocacy: Keeping records, updating families, and connecting clients to resources.
