Carer

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider seeks dedicated Care Workers in Cambridge. This role involves delivering person-centred care, supporting service users' needs, and working collaboratively with colleagues. Previous experience is ideal, but full training is provided for candidates eager to make a difference in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

28 days leave per year

Mileage pay

Comprehensive training program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care preferred, but training will be provided.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide care according to policies and procedures.
• Support service users to maintain personal interests.
• Report any changes in service users' needs.

Skills

Person-centred care

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Care Worker Job Description

• Pay rate £12.21 per hour plus mileage
• Contracts up to 39 hrs per week
• 28 days leave per year
• Alternate weekends required
• 5 days over a 7-day period, with varying shift patterns as agreed with the manager

Responsibilities include:

• Providing care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies, procedures, and standards under the guidance of the Senior Carer/Nurse
• Supporting and enabling service users to maintain skills and personal interests while delivering person-centred care tailored to each individual
• Maintaining current skills and undertaking necessary training and development to enhance knowledge and practice
• Ensuring service users are at the centre of care delivery, respecting their wishes and preferences to promote wellbeing
• Contributing to the efficient running of the service
• Supporting service users in maintaining relationships with the local community
• Following care plans and other relevant information to support service users
• Reporting any changes in the needs of service users to the Senior Carer/Nurse
• Developing effective working relationships with colleagues
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maximize opportunities for service users

Previous experience is ideal but not essential, as training including shadowing and double-ups will be provided.