Care Assistant in Liverpool, Merseyside

Apricus Resourcing is currently recruiting Reablement Assistants/Care Assistants to work with Liverpool City Council within its Adult Social Care and Health service at a service based in the Norris Green area of Liverpool. 

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting adults to maintain their independence, improve their daily living skills and receive high-quality, person-centred care.

Role Details

• Location: Norris Green 

• Pay Rate: £17.20 per hour (umbrella)

• Contract: 10 months, with the potential to extend or become permanent

• Working Pattern: Rolling rota, including weekends

• Shift Times: Between 8:00am and 10:00pm, across a 7-day service

• DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS – Adult Workforce and Adult Barred List

About the Role

You will be working within a 30-bed mixed-service unit supporting adults with a range of needs, including individuals living with dementia and those accessing dementia respite care.

The role focuses on helping service users maximise their independence, maintain their daily living skills and enjoy the best possible quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support with personal care and daily living activities.

• Encouraging and promoting independence, dignity and individual choice.

• Supporting service users to develop and maintain practical skills, including household tasks and personal care.

• Following individual care and support plans and contributing to assessments and reviews.

• Supporting social, recreational, educational and therapeutic activities.

• Working collaboratively with families, health professionals and social care teams.

• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any significant changes in service users' needs or circumstances.

• Using manual handling equipment safely and following relevant health and safety procedures.

What We’re Looking For

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• Experience working within an adult social care setting.

• Experience supporting individuals to develop or maintain their independence.

• An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards the qualification.

• Good communication, listening and interpersonal skills.

• A flexible approach to working shifts, including weekends.

• A commitment to delivering compassionate, respectful and person-centred care.

A manual handling qualification and experience supporting individuals living with dementia would also be advantageous.

If you are interested and meet the person criteria please get in touch with us directly or apply now.