Care Worker

Brackenberry; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking compassionate Care Workers to support individuals in residential care settings. This role involves assisting with personal care, providing emotional support, and helping with daily activities to improve vulnerable individuals' well-being. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and be ready for an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Previous experience in a care or support role is desirable but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations in care settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to service users.
• Support individuals with mobility and physical activities.
• Administer medication in accordance with care plans and policies.
• Help service users with meal preparation and feeding.

Skills

Compassion

Emotional support

Mobility assistance

Medication administration

Meal preparation

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire to assist with the appointment of a Care Worker to work in a residential care setting.

We have both regular shifts (35 hours per week) and bank shifts available. Please note that we don't offer sponsorship, and the worker should be able to work full time without restrictions. We would need 5 years work references checked out before you start the shifts.

Rate of Pay: £12.26 - £15.82 per hour

Summary:

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Workers to support individuals in the community and residential settings. This role involves providing high-quality care and assistance to individuals who require support with daily activities, personal care, and overall well-being. As a Care Worker, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for vulnerable individuals, ensuring they maintain their dignity, independence, and comfort.

Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to service users.
• Support individuals with mobility and physical activities.
• Administer medication in accordance with care plans and council policies.
• Help service users with meal preparation and feeding where required.

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
• Previous experience in a care or support role is desirable but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations in care settings.
• A valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle may be beneficial for community-based roles.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an enhanced DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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Required Skills:

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