"Living and working in the same community as the people I care for means my clients and I share a lot in common. We always have plenty of local news and stories to chat and laugh about!”
What does a carer do?
A carer provides dignified support to enable the elderly, couples, or younger adults with complex needs to live independently. As a carer, tasks may include:
Personal care, like helping your client get up in the morning
Mobility support to help clients stay stable at home or out and about
Assisting with household duties such as washing up and taking out bins
Running errands, shopping, and picking up prescriptions
Preparing or assisting with healthy meals
Providing companionship, sharing a cup of tea and a chat
Helping people get out in the community
Accompanying clients to see relatives, friends, and neighbours
Assisting with household admin and bills
The key role of a carer is to enable and assist individuals to remain independent, providing continuity, a familiar face, and peace of mind. Opportunities for carers range from visiting care to living with clients, supporting daily with personal care, cooking, and mobility, and sometimes even accompanying them on trips or holidays.
What qualities does a carer need?
Becoming a home carer can be incredibly rewarding. Passion and prioritising others' needs are essential to offer dignity and respect.
Key qualities we seek include:
Compassion and empathy
Kind, caring nature
Sensitivity to others' needs
Effective listening and communication
Non-patronising and respectful demeanour
Reliability and robustness
Exceptional patience
Optimism and a sunny disposition
Practical skills for household duties
Observance of health changes
Physical fitness for mobility support
No prior experience is needed; attitude and a caring nature are most important. We provide training and perform background checks, including DBS screening, interviews, and hands-on training, to ensure carers are ready and suitable.
Our services include visiting carers, live-in carers, respite carers, and support workers for those with disabilities. All carers are DBS checked, expertly trained, and supported. Access For Care is CQC accredited, ensuring a safe, effective, and caring service.
Join the team
Start a career that makes an impact. At Access For Care, we’re always looking for people who want to be a part of providing our clients with high-quality care and exceptional services. We love what we do, and we hope you do too!
