Domiciliary Care Worker

Right at Home UK; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local homecare provider is seeking Care Assistants to join their supportive team in Hedge End, UK. Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, and client assistance. The ideal candidate will have a valid UK driving licence, a commitment to flexible working hours, and reside in Southampton or the surrounding area. Competitive hourly rates starting at £15.91 and opportunities for progression are offered.

Benefits

Premium hourly rates starting at £15.91

Flexible shifts

Industry leading training

Mental health support

Family feel, supportive team

Qualifications

• Available for minimum 25 hours per week, including early mornings and weekends.
• Must hold a full valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Must live within Southampton or surrounding areas.
• Valid Right To Work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients.
• Administer medication correctly.
• Assist clients with daily tasks like washing and dressing.
• Shop and manage housekeeping for clients.
• Take clients to appointments and outings.

Skills

Personal care

Medication administration

Client assistance

Document management

Job description

Right at Home Solent is a friendly, professional, local homecare provider who recognises that its employees are its greatest asset. We are looking for CareGivers in the local area, who are motivated and driven to help us provide the highest standard of care for our clients.

Progression Opportunities! Working as a Care Assistant with Right at Home Solent is a great way to gain the experience and qualifications you need to build a successful career in healthcare. We can offer you all the training you would need to thrive in this industry and the opportunity to work your way up, from CareGiver to Team Leader, Care Coordinator or even Registered Manager!

Meet Yasmin... Care Manager

Hi, I\'m Yasmin, the Care Manager at Right at Home Solent. I\'ve been in Care since 2006, driven by a passion for helping people and making positive changes in their lives. Starting as a laundry assistant while studying Health and Social Care, I\'ve worked my way up to management over the years.

What we offer our Care Assistants

• Premium hourly rates starting at £15.91 (including holiday pay) and additional mileage pay
• Flexible shifts close to home
• Industry leading training and ongoing support to give you a head start in your career
• An employer that really listens, values, and appreciates everything you do
• Access to a mental health first aider to support you
• The opportunity to be part of a ‘family feel’, supportive team of Care Assistants

Duties of the role

• Personal care
• Administering medication
• Assisting Clients with washing and dressing
• Shopping and Housekeeping
• Taking Clients for appointments or outings
• Keeping up to date documentation

Requirements

• Be available for early mornings/evenings/alternate weekends. Must be available for minimum 25 hours per week.
• Must hold a full valid UK driving licence and have unlimited access to own vehicle. We cannot consider candidates with international and provisional driving licence.
• Must live within Southampton or the surrounding areas.
• Must have a valid Right To Work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship, sponsor switch, and additional hours for candidates who are sponsored by another care company.

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK AND CURRENTLY BE LIVING IN THE COUNTRY. OVERSEAS APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of personal or protected characteristics.