Homemaker - Little Heath Care Home

Brunelcare; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking a compassionate Homemaker to join their dedicated team in Bristol. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of older residents by organizing engaging activities and promoting their independence. With a focus on creating a warm and inviting home environment, you will assist in meal preparations and ensure that residents feel confident and relaxed. Join a purpose-driven organization that values your contributions and provides a supportive atmosphere for both staff and residents. Apply today to be part of a rewarding journey in care.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

£1 an hour enhancement for weekends

Double time for bank holidays

30 days paid annual leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

£200 refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Warm and loving personality with a genuine desire to support older people.
• Ability to engage residents in meaningful activities.

Responsibilities

• Organising and arranging activities and trips for residents.
• Promoting independence and improving mealtime experiences.

Skills

Dementia Care

Communication Skills

Activity Planning

Food Preparation

Job description

Salary £12.78 - £14.18 per hour (depending on experience)

Location Cadbury Heath, Bristol

Hours 35 hours per week

The Vacancy

There’s never been a better time to start your career as a Homemaker with Brunelcare.

Whether you've worked in care/activities before or you're looking to change careers, this is an opportunity to make a real difference.

If you want to be part of a committed team in our purpose-built care home in Cadbury Heath, Bristol then apply to join Brunelcare today and be part of something more.

About the role

As a Homemaker you will be organising and arranging activities and trips for our residents. Alongside this you will be:

1. Actively involving people in everyday activities to create meaningful occupation and stimulation.
2. Working with the people that live with us to promote and maintain independence, help with food and drink preparation, and improve the mealtime experience.
3. Making a house a home, enabling people to feel strong, confident, and relaxed, and celebrating independence.

About you

A warm, spontaneous and loving person who can connect with people.

A genuine ability and desire to support older people to have fun and assist with preparation for meals.

Have an aptitude and drive for keeping up to date with current best practice in Dementia Care and Well-Being for older people.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay, plus £1 an hour enhancement for weekends and double time for bank holidays.

Equivalent to 30 days of paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to the equivalent of 33 after five years’ service (pro-rata).

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Company Sick Pay.

Care First Employee Assistance Programme (provides a range of free, confidential services).

£200 refer a friend bonus.

About Us

Brunelcare is an award-winning Bristol-based charity providing high-quality housing, care, and support for older people in the South West whilst also recognised for our expertise and excellence in caring for people with dementia. We are at the forefront of developing ways for people to stay as independent as possible whilst creating great communities to live, work, and thrive.

Please be aware this advert may close early if sufficient applications are received, so please apply at your earliest convenience.

Please Note: If you are invited to attend an interview you will be asked to bring documents to allow us to undertake a DBS check and to confirm your right to work status. The documents required will be communicated to you by the hiring manager when booking your interview. Any copies of documents taken will be destroyed in line with our document retention and GDPR guidelines.