Compassionate Care & Health Support Worker

Purus Healthcare Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Purus Healthcare Ltd in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated care worker to supervise residents with special needs, manage shifts, respond to emergencies, and support the care team. You will assist service users with dressing, washing, toileting, bathing, meals, mobility, medication, and daily tasks, while promoting comfort, engagement and safety.

Applicants should have an International Passport, Share Code/eVisa, Enhanced DBS, Basic Care Certificates (Online & Practical), Basic Manual Handling

Qualifications

• International Passport
• Share Code/eVisa
• Enhanced DBS (Updated services)
• Updated CV
• Bank Statement (visible NI)
• Minimum Two Written References
• National Insurance Document/BRP (visible NI)
• Clear profile photo
• Next of Kin name and number
• Full UK Driving Licence (If any)

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors residents with special needs
• Takes responsibility for shifts and service during duty
• Responds to emergencies, offering guidance and support to care workers
• Assists service users with dressing, undressing, washing, toileting, and bathing
• Assists with medication, moving patients from one place to another
• Serves meals and aids with feeding, ensuring comfort
• Provides stimulating activities for service users
• Supports daily tasks like letter writing, bill payment, and benefit collection
• Undertakes light cleaning, domestic duties, and meal preparation
• Monitors service users' conditions (temperature, pulse, respiration, weight)
• Collaborates with professional staff to implement the care plan

Education

Basic Care Certificates (Online & Practical both)

Basic Manual Handling Practical Certificate (Mandatory)

Job description

Purus Healthcare Ltd in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated care worker to supervise residents with special needs, manage shifts, respond to emergencies, and support the care team. You will assist service users with dressing, washing, toileting, bathing, meals, mobility, medication, and daily tasks, while promoting comfort, engagement and safety.

Applicants should have an International Passport, Share Code/eVisa, Enhanced DBS, Basic Care Certificates (Online & Practical), Basic Manual Handling