Homecare Worker

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a forward-thinking company that provides quality temporary care staff. As a Homecare Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of clients with diverse needs, from elderly care to mental health support. Enjoy flexible shifts tailored to your lifestyle, along with ongoing training and development opportunities. This role not only offers competitive pay rates but also the chance to make a real difference in the community. If you’re passionate about care and looking for a supportive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Free Training

Annual Pay Increases

Travel Expenses Covered

Blue Light Card Eligibility

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old and have a legal right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with companionship, medication, and personal care.
• Follow individual care plans to promote clients' well-being.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Compassionate Care

Medication Administration

Nutritional Assistance

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

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Join Nurseplus – Providing Quality Temporary Care Staff

At Nurseplus, we’re dedicated to delivering the highest quality temporary care staff. We emphasize quality, compassion, and going the extra mile, ensuring our team has everything needed to make a real difference in the lives of those we care for.

We are a close-knit team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment. Our staff are provided with opportunities and tools to advance their careers while delivering exceptional care to those in need. Join us, and let’s make a difference together!

Care Settings and Client Support

Our services operate across various care environments, supporting clients with diverse needs such as learning difficulties, complex care, mental health, dementia, and elderly care.

Role of a Homecare Worker

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 within clients’ homes. You will also need to follow individual care plans.

Benefits of Working with Nurseplus

• Flexible shifts – full-time 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 NVQ Level 2 and 3
• Annual pay increases
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light card for discounts online and in-store

Requirements for Homecare Workers

• Must be over 18 years old
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Full UK Driving License (travel expenses covered up to 50p per mile)
• Good standard of English and effective communication skills
• Enhanced DBS check (cost of £45.40, refundable after a set period of employment)