Make a Difference Every Day: Care Worker at Ollie Care (UK)
Do you have a caring heart and a desire to help others?
Ollie Care is searching for compassionate individuals to join our growing team of Care Giver/Support Worker We provide high-quality home care services across Manchester, allowing individuals to live comfortably and independently in their own homes.
Even if you don't have previous experience, we can provide you with the training and support you need to succeed
What will you do?
* Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication reminders.
* Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering meaningful connections.
* Help maintain a safe and clean environment for our clients.
* Work collaboratively with other care workers and healthcare professionals to ensure clients receive the best possible care.
* Be a ray of sunshine in our clients' days, bringing a positive and supportive attitude.
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities, but it does indicate some of the main areas attached to the post.
Job Types: Full-time, Part Time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 20-38 per week
Why Ollie Care?
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension contributions, travel time, paid holidays, training, professional development etc.
* Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of others.
* Supportive and collaborative work environment with a strong focus on training and development.
* Flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle (full-time, part-time or other options available).
* Rewarding career path with opportunities for growth within Ollie Care.
We are looking for individuals who:
* Are compassionate, caring, and have a genuine desire to help others.
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Are reliable, dependable, and have a strong work ethic.
* Are able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Hold a valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Experience and skills
* Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build positive working relationships with clients, their families, Service provider Care staff and other social and health care professionals.
* Ability to give care and support to clients with aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non- judgmental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy.
* Good organisational skills, so clients receive the services they expect.
* Ability to use own initiative and work alone or as part of a team especially in an emergency.
* Ability to keep written records in clear English about the care and support given to each client, including administration of medicines.
* Must follow and comply with Service provider Care policies, procedures and instructions.
Additional requirements
* Commitment to respecting clients' rights at all times including their rights to privacy, dignity and independence. Compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
* Requirement to undertake training. All staff must undertake and meet regulatory, statutory and mandatory training standards.
* This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced satisfactory clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service
Desirable criteria
* NVQ/QCF Level 2 or higher
* Previous experience as a care worker or as an unpaid carer
* Understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and how to recognise abuse
* Working knowledge of health and safety relating to home care
* Full drivers licence
Ready to join our team and make a difference?
Apply today or reach out to us via email at along with your CV.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Experience:
* Care home: 1 year (preferred)
* Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person