Home Care Assistant – Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) available Available
Job title: Care Assistant – Homecare Worker (Care Worker and Home Carer).
Employer: Deway Care Limited.
Location: Watford, United Kingdom.
Salary: £27,300–£33,150 per year.
Employment type: Full-time, paid position.
Visa sponsorship: Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) available, according to the job advertisement.
Work arrangement: In person, providing care in clients’ homes and care facilities.
Main purpose: Deliver personalised, compassionate care that promotes clients’ independence, dignity, safety and overall well-being.
Responsibilities
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Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility.
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Support clients with medication administration in accordance with prescribed guidelines.
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Prepare nutritious meals that meet individual dietary requirements.
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Provide companionship and emotional support to reduce loneliness and promote mental well-being.
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Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
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Assist clients with transfers and mobility using appropriate techniques and equipment.
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Maintain accurate written and digital care records.
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Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure continuity and quality of care.
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Support older adults and individuals with conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, as well as those requiring hospice care.
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Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding standards.
Requirements
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Previous experience in home care, nursing homes, assisted living, support work or a similar role is desirable; paid or voluntary experience is relevant.
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A valid driving licence and access to reliable transport are essential, as the role requires travel between clients’ homes.
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Knowledge of personal care practices, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, senior care and hospice care is beneficial.
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Ability to assist with lifting and transferring clients safely when required.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to provide compassionate, person-centred care and manage challenging behaviours appropriately.
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Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and duty of care.
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Ability to maintain accurate care documentation and digital records.
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Reliability, punctuality and commitment to high-quality care.
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Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and potentially overnight shifts.
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First aid and CPR certifications are preferred but not essential, as training may be provided.
Benefits
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UK visa sponsorship: The advert states that a Certificate of Sponsorship is available.
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Company pension: Included as an employment benefit.
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Competitive annual salary: £27,300–£33,150.
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Full-time paid employment.
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Training opportunity: First aid and CPR training may be provided if required.
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Meaningful work: Opportunity to improve clients’ quality of life and support their independence.
How to Apply;
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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