Care Assistant for a disabled person F/T £15.60/hr in CT8
| Posting date: | 19 December 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Westgate-on-Sea, CT8 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | UKCIL |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 04f378a8 |
Summary
Care Assistant for a disabled person F/T@ £15.60/hr in CT8
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 04f378a8
Full job descriptionPersonal Assistant for a person with physical & mental health needs.
Part time - set 30 hours/week - £15.60/hr. Additional hours may occasionally be required to cover holiday.
We are a small team that provide high-quality support for an individual with physical and mental learning disabilities, enabling her to live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in her own home.Support focuses on:* Personal care* Health and medical needs* Daily living activities, including personal care, cooking, social activities, providing engaging activities at home.* Ensure the home environment is clean, safe, and comfortable.
Key Responsibilities:* Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols.* Assist with personal hygiene, and dressing.* Support with medication* Promote independence and choice wherever possible.* Encourage individual to engage in preferred activities and community outings* Record health information, behaviour patterns and report concerns promptly to the Team Leader.
1.Behavioral & Emotional Support* Provide reassurance and calming strategies when the person experiences anxiety or distress.* Recognise behavioural cues and respond appropriately using positive behaviour support techniques.* Encourage engagement in preferred activities.
2. Communication & Engagement* Use knowledge of clients verbal communication and behavioural cues to meet her needs.* Support social inclusion and community access, while managing risks and triggers.* Promote dignity, respect, and choice at all times.
3. Safeguarding & Legal Compliance* Work in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Equality Act 2010.* Safeguard the individual from harm, abuse, or neglect.* Maintain confidentiality
4. Record Keeping* Maintain accurate daily notes, medication records, and incident reports.* Ensure risk assessments and care plans are followed and updated as directed.
Key Responsibilities* Meal Preparation* Personal Care* Domestic Care* Social + Leisure activities* Support to remain independent
The right candidate will have experience in care with mental health.
Must hold a UK drivers license
Must be female, as dealing with a female client.
Key Responsibilities
Services
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care
- Domestic Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent
Training
- Moving & Handling
- Understanding challenging behaviour
- Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
- Full UK driving license
- Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
- Safe Administration of Medication
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com