Independence at Home Care and Support Worker - South Denbighshire (30hrs)

Denbighshire County Council; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Care and Support Worker to assist citizens in achieving independence at home. Responsibilities include providing caring support and engaging in training opportunities. Candidates should possess a compassionate nature and be able to travel within South Denbighshire. This position offers a permanent contract and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (starting at 26 days)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle savings via DCC Rewards

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a kind, compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to travel within South Denbighshire; a vehicle can be provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to citizens to remain as independent as possible within their own homes and communities.
• Offer compassionate, caring support; may include providing personal care.
• Engage in full induction, receive regular supervision, and access training.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Ability to help others

Job description

Overview

Independence at Home Care and Support Worker

Job reference: AHSS00300D1AGE
Location: South Denbighshire (Ruthin and surrounding areas)
Salary: Grade 4, £25,583 - £26,824 per annum (pro-rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Please note, candidates must apply by completing the online application form via the Denbighshire County Council website in order to be considered for this vacancy. We are not able to issue certificates of sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to citizens to remain as independent as possible within their own homes and communities, based on agreed outcomes with the citizen.
• Offer compassionate, caring support; role may include providing some personal care as part of the Locality team.
• Travel within the geographical work area as required; a vehicle can be provided.
• Engage in full induction, receive regular supervision, and access training and development opportunities. Seek opportunities for career progression.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Demonstrate a kind, compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to travel within South Denbighshire; a vehicle can be provided if needed.
• Appointment subject to Disclosure & Barring Service check, satisfactory references and registration with Social Care Wales.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and suitability for the role as determined by the employer.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays) rising with length of service to a total of 32 days (pro rata).
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Focus on employee wellbeing and access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme).
• Lifestyle savings via DCC Rewards Direct (high street shopping, holidays, days out, etc).
• Family friendly policies.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the online application form via the website, where you can also view the full job description and personal specification: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/work-for-us

Please outline on your application how you meet all the essential criteria for this position within your supporting statement.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must complete an application form on our website to be considered. We regret that we are unable to reply to all applications. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.