Care Professional Guaranteed Contracted Hours

Home Instead Senior Care; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors in Bath. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide vital support, ensuring clients maintain their independence and dignity. As a Care Professional, you will engage with clients, assist with daily activities, and collaborate with a team of dedicated caregivers. Enjoy flexible hours with competitive pay, ongoing training, and a variety of benefits that prioritize your well-being. If you have a passion for helping others and want to make a meaningful impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Travel and Waiting Time

Paid Mileage

Paid Onboarding Training

Paid Holiday

Out of Hours Support

Paid DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend Bonus

Company Pension

Cashback Healthcare Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting older individuals is desirable.
• Must have a valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and personal care.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Monitor and report changes in clients' health to management.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Time Management

Reliability

Compassion

Education

Care Certificate

NVQ diplomas

Tools

Mobile Phone

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? We're seeking a dedicated Care Professional with guaranteed contracted hours to join our team in Bath, United Kingdom. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide compassionate support to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, mobility, and medication reminders
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging them in conversation and activities
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with light housekeeping tasks
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings as needed
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or well-being to the care management team
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any significant events during shifts
• Collaborate with other care professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care
• Participate in ongoing training and development programmes to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Adapt care plans to meet the individual needs and preferences of each client
• Promote clients' independence and dignity at all times

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting older people in a professional or personal capacity is desirable
• Confident in the use of a mobile phone and basic technology
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families
• Adaptability to meet the diverse needs of individual clients
• Reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate nature with a genuine passion for supporting others
• Flexibility to work alternate weekends and provide continuity of care
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for client visits and outings
• Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a care setting
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Empathy and patience when working with vulnerable individuals
• Willingness to participate in our award-winning training programme
• Must reside in the UK and have the right to work in the UK (we are not sponsoring visa applications at this time)

Additional Information

Benefits

• From £13.50 per hour for flexible contracts.
• Paid travel and waiting time between client visits
• Paid mileage, with payments matched to current fuel prices
• Paid onboarding training and ongoing training including CPR and Dementia training. Free qualifications such as The Care Certificate, NVQ diplomas, and Level 2 certificates in a variety of topics
• Paid holiday - accrues at a rate equivalent to 5.6 weeks a year pro rata
• Regular working pattern with 1-hour minimum visits to clients
• Out of hours support from the office team
• Paid DBS
• Paid caregiver team meetings and support visits
• Free access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support line with free counselling sessions)
• Care Professionals do not wear uniforms
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme - £100 for successful applicant referrals
• Company Pension - Employer contributions
• Cashback Healthcare scheme - claim back for services such as dentists, opticians, physiotherapy, chiropractor