Care Assistant

Ocean Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and experienced Care Assistant to support a young woman with diabetes and mental health needs in her own home. She requires 2:1 support to ensure her safety and wellbeing, with a strong focus on building trust and helping her grow in confidence and independence.

You will support her with diabetes management, including blood glucose monitoring and recognising the signs of hypo- and hyperglycaemia, alongside providing consistent, informed emotional support. Establishing a calm, reassuring presence and developing a positive relationship will be key to helping her feel safe and empowered.

She is motivated to live as independently as possible, and you will play an important role in encouraging to make choices about her routines, and take an active role in shaping her goals.

She has a creative and fun-loving side and enjoys arts and crafts, nail painting, swimming and football. Supporting her to access the community, pursue her interests and enjoy meaningful experiences will be a rewarding part of this role.

Shift Details:

• Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00 (Excluding Wednesday)

Pay Rates:

• £ 15.00p/hr Monday-Friday

• £ 17.55p/hr Saturday-Sunday

• £ 20.05p/hr Bank Holidays

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We’re committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you’re part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritizes your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 2:1 support to ensure her safety and wellbeing

• Supporting diabetes management, including blood glucose monitoring

• Ensuring appropriate food and fluid intake in line with her care plan

• Providing consistent emotional support in a calm and reassuring manner

• Promoting independence and supporting her to make choices about her day

What We’re Looking For

• An experienced Care Assistant who has supported individuals with diabetes

• Experience with complex mental health support

The ideal candidate will be confident and experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs. While experience supporting diabetes management would be beneficial, it is not essential as full training and ongoing support will be provided. You'll be bubbly, fun and engaging.

What You'll Need

• Good References (covering at least 3 years)

• Reliability and good communication

• Right to to work in the UK (We do not offer Work Visa)

While there are lots of work opportunities within Ocean Healthcare, the terms detailed in this job advert are specific ONLY to this package of care. You can work full or part time.

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