D2A Specialist Healthcare Support Worker

Brunelcare; Bridgwater; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Brunelcare is seeking a passionate carer to join their Discharge 2 Assess team. You will provide valuable support to individuals transitioning from hospital to home, fostering independence through personal care and motivation. The role offers a supportive environment with competitive pay, a welcome bonus, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

£500 welcome bonus on successful completion of probation

Double time on bank holidays

Mileage allowance of 45p per mile

Paid annual leave: 30 days including bank holidays

Free DBS check and uniform

Company Sick Pay

Paid induction and training

Qualifications

• Experience caring for vulnerable adults with complex needs is essential.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Write support plans ensuring person-centred care.
• Motivate clients and assist with personal care.
• Support clients in tasks around the home.

Skills

Sensitivity

Caring

Passion for service

Education

QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Salary £13.89 per hour (£14.89 weekend rate) plus a £500 Welcome Bonus.

Hours: 35 hours per week.

The Vacancy

Are you a passionate and experienced carer? Do you have a driving license and access to your own vehicle? Are you ready for a rewarding role within a supportive team?

If so, apply to join our Discharge 2 Assess team today and be part of the rewarding work we do.

Please Note: All applicants must have use of motorised transport.

About the Role:

The D2A (Discharge to Assess) service provides short-term, high-quality support to individuals who are well enough not to need an acute hospital bed but do need some extra support in their home. Your responsibilities will include:

• Writing support plans following the initial visit, ensuring person-centred care is provided.
• Motivating customers, building their confidence so they can achieve their goals and return to independent living.
• Supporting customers with tasks around the home and with personal care.
• Working a mixture of early and late shifts between 7 am and 10 pm, including alternate weekends.
• Being on-call on a roster basis, which attracts an additional payment.

About you:

• You will hold (or be working towards) a QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Previous experience in caring for vulnerable adults with complex needs is essential.
• You are sensitive, caring, and passionate about delivering a first-class service.
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required, as you will need to travel between clients across Sedgemoor, including Burnham, Cheddar, and Bridgwater.
• You will support clients across the whole of Sedgemoor, with pay per shift including travel time.

Additional benefits include:

• £500 welcome bonus on successful completion of probation.
• Double time on bank holidays and an extra £1 per hour on weekends.
• Mileage allowance of 45p per mile.
• Paid annual leave: 30 days including bank holidays, increasing to 33 after 5 years of service (pro-rata).
• Free DBS check and uniform.
• Company Sick Pay, Care First Employee Assistance Programme, paid induction, training, and ongoing development including QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

About the Team:

Our D2A team covers Bridgwater, Highbridge, Burnham-On-Sea, Cheddar, and surrounding areas, supporting clients discharged from hospital to recover at home. The team is led by Mandy, Operations Manager, who is available for inquiries via email at [e-mail] or phone at 01278 439 177.

Overseas Applicants

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applicants requiring sponsorship for this position.

Brunelcare is an award-winning Bristol-based charity providing housing, care, and support for older people in the South West, known for excellence in dementia care. We focus on enabling independence and creating vibrant communities.