Overview
At Pentowan Home Care we are looking for community carers to join our amazing team.
Positions
Part time position available: 10-24 hours per week. Part time hours usually consist of alternative weekend = 2 x am shift, 1 or 2 pm shifts every other weekend, plus 1 am and 1 pm shift during the week (regular set days). Full time positions available: 25 - 40 hours per week. Full time hours usually consist of alternative weekend = 2 x am shift & 1 or 2 pm shifts every other weekend, plus 3 am and 2 pm shifts during the week (regular set days). Work patterns can be discussed; flexible weekdays but alternative weekends a must. Weekend, Bank Staff and Evening Staff positions also available.
Areas
This will be in the Newquay/Crantock/St Columb Minor/Major area.
Duties
* Providing personal care and support to clients in their own homes
* Shopping, supervision of medication, food/nutritional support, day sitting
* Escorting to & from appointments
* Charting or taking notes for others to review
* Providing companionship and supportive listening
* Observing and reporting any changes in the health or status of the patient
* Preparing meals and feeding patients
* Responding to emergency situations
* Prompting and administering medication
* Accompanying and transporting patients to appointments and/or social events
* Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
* Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities
Requirements & Benefits
* Full training will be given; care certificate & NVQ training provided
* An enhanced DBS check will be carried out and references will be required
* A car and full driving licence is essential
* Rates of pay above the Real Living Wage Foundation minimum (£12.60 per hour, varies by role and NVQ held; examples: NVQ 2 AM £12.85, PM £12.96, weekend £13.18; enhanced NVQ 3 rate)
* Mileage paid at 45p per mile; mileage and travel time paid
* 4 weekly pay, regular hours, pension scheme & permanent position
* £100 welcome bonus
* All PPE provided
* Working within government and public health guidance
* Regular training and DBS checks paid for by employer
* Immediate start available
How to apply
Please call Kate or Craig at Pentowan Home Care on 01637 851790, text or call 07974672101 or email kate@pentowanhomecare.co.uk to request an application form.
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