Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Yeovil, Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A domiciliary care service provider in Yeovil seeks a Support Worker to provide personal care and assistance to clients in their homes. This role involves driving clients to appointments, assisting with daily activities, and following care plans. Ideal candidates should have a valid driver’s license, strong communication skills, and a compassionate nature. Full training is provided, but experience in care is preferred. Flexible shifts are available with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Travel time paid at NMW

Mileage paid at 45p per mile

£12.80 per hour on weekdays

Enhancements for BHs and holidays

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and own vehicle required.
• Ability to provide compassionate care.
• Strong communication skills in English, basic literacy for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes.
• Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Drive clients to appointments or outings as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication skills

Job description

Small, well established, independent company. We are a friendly team providing domiciliary care to; LD, Mental Health and Elderly.

Hybrid role, Support Worker/Domiciliary - Covering Somerset.

Opportunities for Supported Living.

Pay/Contracts available

• Travel time paid at NMW between calls
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• £12.80 per hour on weekdays, enhancements for BHs
• Enhancement on Christmas and New Year

Shifts:

• Full time, part time available
• Long stays for Support Worker; 1-14 hours
• Dom care - 30 mins to 1 hour

Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes, following care plans and support from senior colleagues
• Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. We cover all kinds of support, from housework to budgeting
• Drive clients to appointments or outings as needed
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Valid driver's licence & own vehicle
• Ability to provide compassionate care
• Strong communication skills in English
• Basic literacy skills for documentation and communication
• Experience in care preferred but not essential
• Must be reliable, patient, happy to both work alone and in a team
• Experience preferred but not essential as full, paid training is provided. Must have own transport
• Female only due to client preferences