Care and Support Worker (UK Based Sponsorship Candidates only)

TN United Kingdom; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Care and Support Workers to join their compassionate team in Gillingham. This rewarding role involves providing tailored emotional and practical support to clients, assisting with personal care, and ensuring their wellbeing. With guaranteed hours and a minimum salary of £25,000, this position offers a supportive environment with fully paid training, uniforms, and additional benefits. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two years of care experience, a valid driver's license, and a passion for making a difference in people's lives. Join this award-winning care group and help enhance the lives of those in your care.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours

Fully paid induction and ongoing training

Uniform provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Pension

Blue Light Discount Card

Opportunities for further study

Annual Awards

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of care experience in various settings.
• Must be empathetic and passionate about caring for others.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personal care and household tasks.
• Report significant changes in clients' health to the manager.

Skills

Care experience

Driving license

Empathy

Communication skills

Job description

Care and Support Worker (UK Based Sponsorship Candidates only), Gillingham

Note: This role is only for UK-based individuals currently on a skilled worker/healthcare visa, seeking to switch sponsorship to another domiciliary care company. You must have your own accommodation near the vacancy, a full English driving license (or your country's license if in the UK less than 12 months), care experience, and confidence in driving in the UK.

We offer sponsorship switches in the following areas: Sherborne, Dorset; Wincanton, Somerset; Gillingham, Dorset.

If you are on sponsorship with a Domiciliary Care Company but not getting the required hours, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide emotional and practical support tailored to each individual's needs.
2. Assist with personal care, household tasks, and food preparation.
3. Help with medication, mobility aids, and personal equipment as required.
4. Report significant changes in clients' health or circumstances to the Registered Manager.

Our Commitment

At Candlelight Care, we promote independence and safeguard our clients' wellbeing.

We Offer

• Guaranteed 37.5 hours per week with a minimum annual salary of £25,000.
• Mixed shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends, with two days off midweek.
• Fully paid induction and ongoing training.
• Uniform and work mobile provided.
• Additional benefits including Blue Light Discount Card, Annual Awards, Employee Assistance Programme, Workplace Pension, and opportunities for further study.
• A rewarding role making a difference daily.

Qualifications & Eligibility

Minimum two years of care experience in domiciliary, care home, or hospital settings, not necessarily in the UK.

Must be in the UK, on sponsorship with another provider, and willing to transfer sponsorship.

Must have a driver’s license, own vehicle, and willingness to relocate to Wimborne or nearby areas.

Ideal candidates are empathetic, personable, and passionate about caring for others.

If this sounds like you, join us to make a difference in people's lives and be part of an award-winning care group!