Bedford: Care & Support Worker

Caremark Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care provider in Bedford is seeking a Care & Support Worker to assist customers with personal care and daily living tasks. Ideal candidates should possess NVQ/QCF level 2/3 in Health & Social Care and have at least one year of experience in a similar role. This position offers flexible hours with competitive pay rates between £12.00 and £18.00 per hour and exceptional support from office staff.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Full free training

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Paid mileage

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working for a domiciliary/home care agency.
• Must have authorization to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Help customers with personal care and everyday living tasks.
• Monitor and support all Care & Support Workers in the field.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of customer documentation.

Skills

Organised

Flexible

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ/QCF level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care & Support Worker

Location: Bedford

Salary: Attractive

Hours: Flexible

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Care & Support worker to join our team at Caremark. Caremark is an established and highly regarded home care provider offering professional care, personal support, home help and companionship services. We aim to deliver the highest standards of professional care and support, encouraging independence and safety for all our customers while respecting their dignity, beliefs and freedom of choice. We also value our Care & Support Workers by encouraging their development, skills and abilities.

• Help customers live independently in their own homes by supporting everyday living tasks, including personal care (dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming and hygiene).
• Assist with daily living tasks such as medication support, meal preparation, eating & drinking, laundry, tidying and cooking.
• Provide community support by accompanying customers to shopping, leisure activities, medical appointments and other community engagements.
• Offer companionship, building professional relationships and supporting emotional, social and spiritual needs while encouraging independence and choice.

You will be responsible for supporting the Field Care Supervisor to implement field-based quality control systems and support all Care & Support Workers within a defined area.

• Monitor, supervise, mentor and support all Care & Support Workers in the field.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and care quality.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all customer documentation.
• Encourage and identify opportunities for professional development for Care & Support Workers.
• Maintain up-to-date written reports and administration.

Candidate Requirements

• Ideally NVQ/QCF level 2/3 in Health & Social Care.
• At least 1 year experience working for a domiciliary/home care agency.
• Organised, methodical with a good eye for detail.
• Flexible around working schedules, roles and responsibilities.
• Team player and a people person, crucial for this role.

What We Can Offer You

• Pay rates between £12.00ph and £18.00ph (weekday and weekend).
• 1.5× pay on bank holidays.
• Full free training provided.
• Career development (NVQ Level training available).
• Free uniform and PPE provided.
• Bonus scheme for recommending a friend.
• Pension scheme.
• Paid mileage at 35p per mile.
• Opportunity to complete Care Certificate.
• Exceptional support from our office staff and existing care assistants.

In order to be considered for the role, applicants must have:

• Authorisation to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Apply now to send us your up-to-date contact details.

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