Bedford: Care & Support Worker

Caremark Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable home care provider in Bedford is looking for a Care & Support Worker to assist clients with independent living. Responsibilities include aiding daily tasks, providing emotional support, and supervising staff. Candidates should ideally possess NVQ/QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care and have at least 1 year of experience in home care. The role offers flexible hours and competitive pay rates, with additional benefits such as training and a pension scheme. Interested applicants can apply via email.

Benefits

Full free training and career development

Free uniform and PPE

Bonus scheme for referring a friend

Pension scheme

Paid mileage

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working for a domiciliary/home care agency.
• Flexible around working schedules and roles.
• Authorisation to work in the UK and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support customers in living independently by assisting with daily tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Monitor and supervise Care & Support Workers.

Skills

Organisational skills

People-oriented

Attention to detail

Education

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

Job description

Care & Support Worker

Location: Bedford

Salary: Attractive

Hours: Flexible

We are currently recruiting for a Care & Support worker to support 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 customers who remain living in their own homes, encouraging independence, safety and respecting their values, dignity and freedom of choice.

Responsibilities

• Support customers in living independently by helping with everyday tasks such as dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Assist with daily living activities: medication administration, meal preparation and planning, eating, drinking, and helping those with reduced mobility move around; also laundry, tidying and cooking.
• Accompany customers to community activities, shopping, medical appointments and liaise with health‑care professionals.
• Provide companionship, emotional, social and spiritual support, and encourage independence and choice.
• Support the Field Care Supervisor in implementing field‑based quality control systems and help all Care & Support Workers within the area.
• Monitor, supervise and mentor Care & Support Workers; ensure accurate documentation, service and staff satisfaction, and promotion of professional development.
• Ensure all written reports and administration are up to date.

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, and detail‑oriented.
• Flexible around working schedules, roles and responsibilities.
• Team player and people‑oriented.
• Authorisation to work in the UK, full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

What We Offer

• Pay rates £12.00–16.00 ph weekdays, £12.50–18.00 ph weekends.
• 1.5× weekend pay on bank holidays.
• Full free training and career development (NVQ level training).
• Free uniform and PPE.
• Bonus scheme for referring a friend.
• Pension scheme.
• Paid mileage 35 p per mile.
• Opportunity to complete Care Certificate.

Apply by sending your up‑to‑date contact details to [e-mail].