Night Crisis Response In-Home Caregiver

Retain Automotive; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Mileage paid at 40p per mile

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Uniform provided

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £250

Job summary

Retain Healthcare is seeking Crisis Response Support Workers for night shifts in Gloucestershire. The role involves rapid home visits, immediate risk checks, personal care, medication support and mobility assistance across a defined area. A full UK driving licence and vehicle access are essential; DBS check will be arranged.

Salary is hourly with mileage paid and a flexible rota. You will join a fast-paced team providing short-term support to prevent hospital admissions and restore independence,

Qualifications

• A caring, respectful and person-centred approach.
• The confidence to work independently and make sensible decisions.
• The ability to respond calmly to urgent situations.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Flexibility to work across a rota, including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to urgent and short notice care referrals.
• Visit people in their own homes across your allocated area.
• Complete an initial check of the person’s needs, safety and immediate risks.
• Provide personal care, medication support, meal preparation and mobility assistance.
• Support people following illness, injury, a fall or an unexpected change in circumstances.
• Provide emergency support when a family carer becomes suddenly unavailable.
• Encourage independence rather than taking over tasks unnecessarily.
• Recognise deterioration and elevate concerns promptly.
• Complete accurate electronic care records.
• Work closely with coordinators, health professionals, Adult Social Care and family members.
• Follow safeguarding, infection control, medication and lone-working procedures.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication

Record-keeping

Independent decision-making

Empathy

Job description

Retain Healthcare is seeking Crisis Response Support Workers for night shifts in Gloucestershire. The role involves rapid home visits, immediate risk checks, personal care, medication support and mobility assistance across a defined area. A full UK driving licence and vehicle access are essential; DBS check will be arranged.

Salary is hourly with mileage paid and a flexible rota. You will join a fast-paced team providing short-term support to prevent hospital admissions and restore independence,