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What You'll Be Doing: Your role will involve supporting clients to remain safe, comfortable and as independent as possible in their own homes. Personal Care: Supporting clients with getting up and going to bed Washing, bathing, showering and toileting Dressing and undressing Continence support Skin and hair care Supporting clients with medication where requiredProviding respectful and dignified personal care Domestic Support: Making and changing beds Laundry and ironing Cleaning bathrooms and toilets General household cleaning Supporting clients with shopping Helping to maintain a safe and comfortable home environment Social & Community Support: Providing companionship and helping clients maintain social contact Supporting clients with shopping trips Helping with appointmentsAccompanying clients to clubs, day centres and activities Supporting clients when attending medical appointmentsAccompanying clients on day trips and outings Helping with menu planning Preparing meals and drinks Supporting good food hygiene practices Providing assistance with nutrition in line with individual care requirements Monitoring food and fluid intake where required Care & Communication: Following each client's Person-Centred Care Plan Communicating regularly with the office and care team Reporting changes in a client's needs or wellbeing Following risk assessments and health and safety procedures Taking part in care plan reviews and quality assurance activities Liaising with healthcare professionals and other agencies when requiredProviding appropriate information and support to clients and their representatives Practical & Financial Support: Helping clients with correspondence Supporting clients with using the telephone Assisting with paying bills where this forms part of their agreed care plan