Overview
DOMICILIARY CARE WORKER
Required to start ASAP
Job Type and Hours
Full-Time Contract — 45 hours per week. Part-time contract — 25 hours per week. Part-time hours: 20-25 per week.
Salary
Hourly pay: £12.75-£13.10
About Us
Verity Healthcare Limited is a domiciliary care company operating with trained care workers who attend to the needs of our service users in their own homes. We work with local authorities, the NHS, CCGs, private hospitals, and private clients. We provide a wide range of care services to help our clients maintain their independence in their homes.
We are looking for passionate and caring healthcare assistants to join our team of domiciliary carers. We value kindness, accountability, excellence, and passion, and seek individuals who demonstrate a positive attitude in providing quality care and support for less able individuals. You must be willing to develop yourself and your skills.
Responsibilities
* To provide personal care and support to clients with a wide range of needs, illnesses, and disabilities from door to door
* To assist clients with toileting, continence management, and personal hygiene
* To assist clients in getting up in the morning and going to bed at night
* To assist clients with their medication at the agreed level of support as detailed in their Medication Care Needs Assessment
* To maintain detailed, accurate records concerning care and medication support given and tasks undertaken
* To prepare food and drink for the client, considering likes/dislikes, nutritional needs, and cultural requirements
* To provide light general household duties (housework and laundry) as detailed in the care plan or instructed by management
* To observe health and safety rules and raise concerns to the Field Care Supervisor
* Any other duties requested by senior management that are within the scope of the post
Skills and Experience
* Skilled in assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming while preserving dignity and privacy
* Experience in administering medication safely, monitoring health conditions, and following care plans
* Trained in the safe use of hoists, mobility aids, and transferring techniques to prevent injury
* Builds trusting relationships with clients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication
* Accurately documents care provided using care logs or digital systems and maintains confidentiality and professional boundaries
Equal Opportunity and Safer Recruitment
Verity Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We conduct background checks to ensure only the right people are working for us.
What We Offer
* Paid Training and CPD
* Consistent rota / guaranteed hours
* Referral bonus (for referring a friend)
* Great opportunity for progression
* Generous pension scheme
* Bicycle scheme
* Employee assistance program
* Mentoring / Coaching for excellence, and more
How to Apply
Please apply today by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
Safeguarding and Vetting
Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment: all successful applicants will undergo vetting, including enhanced DBS check, verification of qualifications and experience, comprehensive reference checks, and right to work verification.
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