Community Care Assistant - Buxton and High Peak

CARE SANTE; Buxton; Vor Ort; GBP 18.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid holiday

Company mobile phone

Paid induction & training

Ongoing refresher training

Funding for qualifications

Career progression

Enhanced PPE provided

Enhanced DBS paid by company

Mileage allowance

Zusammenfassung

Valley Care Derbyshire is seeking caring and reliable Care & Support Workers to join our domiciliary team in Buxton and surrounding areas. You will visit clients in their homes, providing person-centred care with kindness and respect, helping them live independently.

Full-time and part-time roles are available. We offer mileage allowance, paid induction and training, and career progression opportunities. No prior experience required; training is provided.

Qualifikationen

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Compassionate and respectful approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Reliable, flexible, and eager to learn.

Aufgaben

• Provide person-centred care in clients' homes.
• Assist with personal care and mobility.
• Prepare meals and support with nutrition.
• Administer medication per care plans.
• Maintain records and report changes in wellbeing.
• Support access to community activities and appointments.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Deliver end-of-life care when required.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Compassionate approach

Jobbeschreibung

Community Care Assistant - Buxton and High Peak

Care & Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day

Looking for more than just a job? Looking for a career where what you do really matters?

Every visit, every conversation, and every act of kindness helps someone live more independently in the place they call home. As a Care & Support Worker, you'll become a trusted part of people's lives while building a rewarding career with a team that genuinely values you.

At Valley Care Derbyshire, we're looking for caring, reliable, and compassionate Care & Support Workers to join our friendly domiciliary care team, supporting people to live safely, independently, and with dignity in the comfort of their own homes.

What We Offer

• £13.00 - £16.60 per hour (paid every two weeks)
• 35p per mile mileage allowance* (*Additional mileage paid where the distance between two consecutive calls exceeds 4 miles)
• Paid holiday
• Company mobile phone provided
• Full paid induction and comprehensive training – no experience required
• Ongoing paid refresher training
• Funding and support to gain recognised care qualifications
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and promotion
• Enhanced PPE provided
• Enhanced DBS paid for by the company

Areas We Cover

We're currently recruiting Care & Support Workers in:

Buxton, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak and surrounding areas

We have full-time and part-time positions available and welcome applicants who want to join a supportive, family-oriented team where you'll be valued for the difference you make every day.

Typical Working Hours

• AM shifts: 8.00am/9.00am starts until approximately 2.00pm-3.00pm
• PM shifts: 3.00pm-10.00pm

About the Role

As a Care & Support Worker, you'll provide person-centred care and practical support to people in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life.

Your role may include:

• Supporting people with personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing and toileting where required
• Assisting with mobility and helping people use mobility aids safely
• Preparing meals, snacks and drinks, and supporting with nutrition and hydration
• Prompting or administering medication in accordance with care plans and trainingCarrying out light household duties, including cleaning, laundry, changing bedding and keeping homes tidy
• Providing companionship, emotional support and encouraging independence
• Supporting people to access their local community, attend appointments or enjoy activities where appropriate
• Delivering compassionate end-of-life care when required
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any changes in a person's wellbeing

What We're Looking For

We believe great Care & Support Workers come from all walks of life. Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a completely new career, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

You'll need:

• The right to work in the UK
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
• Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to learn
• A commitment to delivering outstanding person-centred care