Domiciliary Care Worker

Confidential; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Guaranteed hours

Referral bonus

Career progression

Pension scheme

Bike scheme

Employee assistance program

Mentoring/Coaching

Job summary

Verity Healthcare Limited is seeking passionate care workers to join the domiciliary team, providing high-quality home-based support. You will follow care plans, support clients with daily living tasks, and assist with personal care and medications as required.

We welcome applicants with the right values, offer extensive training, and provide a route to progression within a supportive environment. DBS checks and references are part of our safeguarding process.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car are required.
• Industry-standard care-related qualifications at Level 2 or higher are preferred.
• English at Level 2 proficiency or higher is required.

Responsibilities

• Domiciliary care (door to door) to support clients at home.
• Provide personal care and support to clients with various needs.
• Assist with toileting, continence, hygiene, and medicines as per care plan.

Skills

Driving licence

Car ownership

Education

Level 2 Healthcare

Nursing qualification

Level 2 English

Job description

Domiciliary Care Worker

Verity Healthcare Limited is a domiciliary care company operating with trained care workers who attend to the needs of our service users in their own homes. We work with Local Authorities, NHS, CCGS, private hospitals, and private clients. We provide a wide range of care services, to help our clients maintain their independence in their homes.

Domiciliary Care Worker Job Description

Verity Healthcare Limited is looking for passionate and caring healthcare assistants to join our enthusiastic team of domiciliary carers. We are recruiting care assistants who have the right values kindness, accountability, excellence, and passion and exhibit a positive attitude in providing quality care and support for the less able individuals. You must be willing to develop yourself and your skills.

• Domiciliary care (door to door)


• Providing personal care and support to Clients with a wide range of needs, illnesses, and disabilities


• Assisting Clients with toileting, continence management, and personal hygiene, getting up in the morning and going to bed at night, assisting with medication at the agreed level of support and as detailed in their Medication Care Needs Assessment


• Maintaining detailed and accurate records concerning care and medication support given and tasks undertaken


• Preparing food and drink for the Client, being aware of the Client s choice likes/dislikes, nutritional needs, and cultural requirements


• Providing light general household domestic duties, including housework and laundry, as detailed in the care plan or instructed by Management


• Observing all health & safety rules and taking reasonable care to promote the health and safety of self and others and raising any concerns to the Field Care Supervisor


• Any other duties requested by Senior Management, which are within the scope of the post

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• Full UK driving licence + car


• Minimum Level 2 Healthcare or a nursing qualification


• Minimum Level 2 English


• 3 verifiable work or study related references - a must


• Experience in a similar role - a plus, not a must as initial training will be provided

PLEASE NOTE:

We provide care for people from all backgrounds, and we are looking for passionate carers who can demonstrate the highest quality of care to ensure our service users are always treated with nothing but the best.

We work constantly to provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, social background, religion, disability, or sexuality. This work involves working with vulnerable people so background checks are conducted to ensure only the right people are working for us.

We OFFER

• Paid Training and CPD


• Consistent Rota/ Guaranteed Hours


• Referral bonus (for referring a friend)


• Great opportunity for progression


• Generous pension scheme


• Bicycle scheme


• Employee assistance program


• Mentoring/Coaching for excellence, and many more

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Full-time hours : 40+ Part-time hours: 20-25 per week

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and friendly working environment


• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, comprehensive training and induction program


• Support in obtaining Level 3, 4 or 5 Health and Social Care qualifications


• Competitive salary and benefits package


• Employee well-being and assistance programs

Verity Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all walks of life. As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident scheme, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment: Verity Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. As part of our safer recruitment process, all successful applicants will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including:

• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check


• Verification of qualifications and experience


• Comprehensive reference checks, including a recent employer reference


• Right to work in the UK verification