Homecare Worker

Nurseplus; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Nurseplus is looking for compassionate Homecare Workers in Colchester to provide high-quality care to clients in their homes. This role involves promoting well-being through various services including companionship and medication administration. The position offers flexible shifts, free training, and ongoing development opportunities, ensuring staff are supported while making a significant difference in their clients' lives.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Free training

Annual pay increases

Eligibility for Blue Light card discounts

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of UK-based care experience.
• Enhanced DBS check (can be applied for upon registration).
• Full UK Driving License required.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in personal care, medication, and companionship.
• Follow individual client care plans to promote well-being.
• Assist with nutrition and daily living activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Levels 2 and 3

Job description

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At Nurseplus, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality temporary care staff. We prioritize quality, compassion, and going the extra mile, and we believe in equipping our team with everything they need to make a real difference in the lives of those we care for.

We’re a close-knit team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment. This ensures our staff have the opportunities and tools needed to advance their careers and deliver exceptional care. Join us, and let’s make a difference together!

Our services are offered across various care settings to meet individual needs; supporting people with learning difficulties, complex care needs, mental health issues, dementia, and elderly care.

As a Homecare Worker, you will support clients holistically to promote their well-being and ensure a high quality of life. Support may include companionship, medication administration, nutritional assistance, and personal care in clients’ homes. You will also need to follow each client’s care plan.

What Nurseplus offers as a Homecare Worker:

• Flexible shifts — full or part-time, days, nights, and weekends
• Minimum call length of 2 hours
• Pay rates from £13.45 to £20.17 per hour, paid weekly*
• Free training aligned with the Care Certificate
• Ongoing support and development opportunities, including in-house courses and funded qualifications like distance learning and NVQ Levels 2 and 3
• Annual pay increases
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light card for discounts online and in-store

Requirements for Homecare Workers:

• You must be over 18
• Right to work in the UK
• At least 6 months of UK-based care experience
• Full UK Driving License (travel expenses covered up to 50p per mile)
• Good standard of English and effective communication skills
• An enhanced DBS check, which can be applied for upon registration (cost £45.40, refundable after a set period of employment)