Domiciliary Care Worker

Invest Solutions Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

CPD

Guaranteed Hours

Referral bonus

Career progression

Pension scheme

Bicycle scheme

Employee assistance program

Mentoring/Coaching

Job summary

Verity Healthcare Limited is seeking a dedicated Domiciliary Care Worker to join our team and provide compassionate care in clients' homes across our service area.

We offer full-time contracts (45 hours weekly) and part-time contracts (25 hours weekly), with thorough training and ongoing support to help you deliver high-quality care while upholding dignity and independence for service users.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
• Able to administer medication safely and follow care plans.
• Trained to use hoists and mobility aids safely.
• Builds trusting relationships and communicates clearly.
• Maintains accurate care records and upholds confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to clients in their homes.
• Assist with toileting, continence management and hygiene.
• Help clients get up in the morning and go to bed at night.
• Support medication at the agreed level per care plans.
• Maintain detailed records of care and medication.
• Prepare food and drinks per client preferences and nutrition.
• Perform light household tasks per care plan.
• Observe health and safety rules and escalate concerns.
• Carry out any other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Bathing assistance

Medication administration

Hoist & mobility aids

Active listening & empathy

Documentation & confidentiality

Job description

Verity Healthcare Limited

Job description

DOMICILIARY CARE WORKER

Required to start ASAP

Salary/Contract

Full-Time Contract—45 hours per week

Part-time contract—25 hours per week

ABOUT US:

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, the 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.

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 WORKERS' DUTIES:

• To provide personal care and support to Clients with a wide range of needs, illnesses, and disabilities from door to door
• To assist Clients with toileting, continence management, and personal hygiene
• To assist clients in getting up in the morning and going to bed at night.
• To assist Clients with their medication at the agreed level of support and as detailed in their Medication Care Needs Assessment
• To maintain detailed, accurate records concerning care and medication support given and tasks undertaken
• To prepare food and drink for the Client, being aware of the Client's likes/dislikes, nutritional needs, and cultural requirements
• To provide light general household domestic duties, including housework and laundry, as detailed in the care plan or instructed by Management
• To observe all health & safety rules and take reasonable care to promote the health and safety of self and others, and raise any concerns to the Field Care Supervisor.
• Any other duties requested by senior management that are within the scope of the post.

DOMICILIARY CARE WORKERS' SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

• Skilled in assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming while preserving dignity and privacy.
• Experienced in administering medication safely, monitoring health conditions, and following care plans.
• Trained in the safe use of hoists, mobility aids, and transferring techniques to prevent injury.
• Builds trusting relationships with clients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication.
• Accurately documents care provided using care logs or digital systems, and maintains confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.

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 programMentoring/Coaching for excellence, and many more

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Comprehensive training and induction program.
• 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.

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

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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