Carer / Support Worker

Maplewood Independent Living; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplewood Independent Living is hiring care assistants and support workers in Essex, providing high-quality, person-centred care. The role involves supporting clients to live independently, with full or part-time hours available. Comprehensive training and numerous benefits are offered, reflecting our commitment to supporting our staff.

Benefits

Comprehensive and free training

Continued support and development

Funded Enhanced DBS

Excellent rates of pay

Double Pay on Bank Holidays

Holiday pay

Paid mileage

Pension

Career progression within the company

Qualifications

• Previous experience is advantageous but not essential; training provided.
• Excellent communication skills and good standard of spoken and written English.
• Smart, professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to live as independently as possible.
• Assist with personal care and medication.
• Maintain clear and accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Team Player

Job description

Maplewood Independent Living is looking for carers/support workers in and around the Essex area.

We cover a wide range of areas including Chelmsford, Basildon, Benfleet, Wickford, Chigwell, and many more.

You need to be able to drive and have business insurance.

We are hiring care assistants and support workers to support clients in their own homes.

Full or part-time hours are available.

At Maplewood, our ethos is high-quality, person-centred care. We believe that people of all ages and abilities should lead happy, independent, and fulfilling lives. Therefore, we seek caring, thoughtful, and professional individuals who want a rewarding career supporting others in their local community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and free training
• Continued support and development
• Funded Enhanced DBS
• Excellent rates of pay
• Double Pay on Bank Holidays
• Holiday pay
• Paid mileage
• Pension
• Career progression within the company

The Role

• Support clients to live as independently as possible
• Accompany clients with shopping and appointments
• Assist with daily tasks in the home, including meal preparation and cooking
• Assist with personal care and medication
• Maintain clear and accurate records
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of service users and yourself
• Maintain regular and courteous contact with the branch manager

The Requirements

• Reliable with an excellent work ethic
• Provide the highest standards of care and support
• Respect the individuality and confidentiality of service users
• Respect their independence and wishes, treating them with fairness and courtesy
• Adhere to strict health and safety standards
• Willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Valid driving licence, own transport, and business insurance

Desired Skills

• Previous experience is advantageous but not essential; training provided
• Excellent communication skills and good standard of spoken and written English
• Reliability, good timekeeping, trustworthy
• Smart, professional appearance
• Responsible, dedicated team player

If you share our values and seek a rewarding job with excellent pay and benefits, do not hesitate to apply to join Maplewood Independent Living today!