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RVC Care Group Ltd; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 2,731,000 - 3,095,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Company pension scheme

Shadowing with experienced care worker

Job summary

Infinity Care is seeking Home Care Support Workers to deliver person-centred care in clients' own homes. You will travel between clients, following individual Care Plans, and provide support across personal care, domestic tasks, and social activities.

Full training and induction are provided with shadowing opportunities. There is a strong emphasis on compassionate, reliable service, with paid training and ongoing support from the Infinity Care team.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training provided.
• Compassionate, caring and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care according to each client's plan.
• Provide domestic support: cleaning, laundry, shopping assistance.
• Offer social and community support; accompany to activities and appointments.
• Maintain a safe home environment and report changes to the care team.
• Follow risk assessments and health and safety procedures.

Job description

Infinity Care is looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Home Care Support Workers to join our team and provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to clients in their own homes.

This is a community-based role where you will travel between clients and provide support according to their individual needs, wishes and Person-Centred Care Plan.

You do not need to have previous care experience to apply. Full training, induction and ongoing support will be provided, including shadowing an experienced care worker before working independently.

What You'll Be Doing

Your role will involve supporting clients to remain safe, comfortable and as independent as possible in their own homes.

Personal Care:

• Supporting clients with getting up and going to bed
• Washing, bathing, showering and toileting
• Dressing and undressing
• Continence support
• Skin and hair care
• Supporting clients with medication where required
• Providing respectful and dignified personal care

Domestic Support:

• Making and changing beds
• Laundry and ironing
• Cleaning bathrooms and toilets
• General household cleaning
• Supporting clients with shopping
• Helping to maintain a safe and comfortable home environment

Social & Community Support:

• Providing companionship and helping clients maintain social contact
• Supporting clients with shopping trips
• Helping with appointments
• Accompanying clients to clubs, day centres and activities
• Supporting clients when attending medical appointments
• Accompanying clients on day trips and outings
• Helping with menu planning
• Preparing meals and drinks
• Supporting good food hygiene practices
• Providing assistance with nutrition in line with individual care requirements
• Monitoring food and fluid intake where required

Care & Communication:

• Following each client's Person-Centred Care Plan
• Communicating regularly with the office and care team
• Reporting changes in a client's needs or wellbeing
• Following risk assessments and health and safety procedures
• Taking part in care plan reviews and quality assurance activities
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and other agencies when required
• Providing appropriate information and support to clients and their representatives

Practical & Financial Support:

• Helping clients with correspondence
• Supporting clients with using the telephone
• Assisting with paying bills where this forms part of their agreed care plan

What We Offer:

• Pay from £15.02 per hour
• Travel time to clients included in your pay
• Paid travel/mileage in line with company policy
• Company pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• PPE provided
• Full training and induction
• Shadowing with an experienced care worker
• Ongoing support from the Infinity Care team
• Opportunities to develop your skills and career in care

This is a community-based home care role, so you will be required to travel between clients in their own homes.

The duties listed above are examples of the support that may be provided and are not exhaustive. Before care begins, each client's individual needs will be assessed and a Person-Centred Care Plan will be agreed with the client or their representative.

This ensures that the care and support provided is tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and wishes.

If you are passionate about helping others and would like to make a positive difference to people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Willing to learn and follow care plans and procedures