Bedford: Care & Support Worker

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

Job summary

A reputable home care provider in Bedford is seeking a Care & Support Worker to provide personal support and assistance to clients in their homes. Responsibilities include aiding with daily living activities, personal care, and building supportive relationships with clients. The ideal candidate should have NVQ/QCF qualifications in Health & Social Care and at least one year's experience in a similar role. This position offers competitive pay rates between £12.00ph and £18.00ph and extensive career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development (NVQ Level training available)

Full free training provided

Free uniform and PPE provided

Bonus scheme for recommending a friend

Pension scheme

Paid mileage 35p per mile

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working for a domiciliary/home care agency.
• Flexible around working schedules, roles and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Help customers live independently in their own homes.
• Support with personal care needs in line with care plans.
• Assist with daily activities like medication prompts and meal preparation.
• Build professional relationships for emotional support.

Skills

Organised

Methodical

Good eye for detail

Team player

Strong people skills

Education

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

Job description

Overview

Location: Bedford

Salary: Attractive

Hours: Flexible

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 home care, personal support, home help and companionship services. We aim to deliver the highest standards of professional care and support to those in need and who choose to remain living in their own homes. We strive to promote independence and safety for all our customers and to respect their values, rights, dignity and freedom of choice. We also value our Care & Support Workers and support their development, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• You will help our customers to live as independently as possible in their own homes while supporting them to make their own choices. This includes:
• Personal Care – Support with care needs in line with the individual care plan (e.g., helping with dressing, toilet needs, bathing, shaving, skin, hair, foot care and dental hygiene).
• Daily Living – Assisting with daily activities such as medication prompts/administration, meal planning and preparation, aiding with eating and drinking, supporting mobility, laundry, tidying and cooking.
• Community – Assisting customers to access the community and attend activities per the personal care and support plan (e.g., shopping, leisure activities, appointments) and liaising with health professionals as needed.
• Companionship – Building professional relationships to support emotional, social and spiritual needs while encouraging independence and choice.

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

• Monitor, supervise and mentor all Care & Support Workers in the field.
• Provide support to all Care & Support Workers in the field.
• Monitor all customers for service and Care & Support Worker satisfaction.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all documentation held in customers’ homes.
• Encourage and identify opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Ensure that all written reports and administration are up to date.

Candidate Requirements

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

What We Can Offer

• Pay rates between £12.00ph and £16.00ph weekdays and from £12.50ph – £18.00ph weekends.
• 1.5x weekday 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 35p per mile.
• Opportunity to complete Care Certificate.
• Exceptional support from our office staff and existing care assistants.

Requirements to Apply

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

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