What The Role Involves:
As a part-time Senior Care Assistant, you will carry out standard care duties in addition to senior duties with the addition element of On-Call.
As a carer you will be given a set locality of care calls, this will either be in Southwell up to a 15/20 mile radius, or In Bingham with a 10/15 mile radius.
Hours available are negotiable and between 20-30 hours per week.
As Expected The Care Calls Involve Visiting Clients In Their Own Homes And Carrying Out Tasks To Meet Their Needs And Promote Their Own Independence Accordingly. This May Involve:
Administering medication.
Preparing meals.
Personal care.
Cleaning.
Attending medical appointments.
Supporting hobbies & interests.
Keeping clear & concise records.
Additional Duties Will Also Include:
Mentoring the care team.
Reviewing Care Plans.
Carrying out spot checks.
Assisting with the delivering of our training programme.
Any other office duties specified by management.
Our calls are between 7am and 10pm 7 days a week throughout the year.
As An On-Call Support Staff Member, You'll Be The First Point Of Contact For Any Urgent Issues That May Arise Outside Of Normal Working Hours. This Might Involve:
Answering phone calls and responding to messages from carers, clients &/or family members.
Following established procedures to resolve common issues.
Escalating more complex problems to the Care Manager.
Keeping a clear and accurate record of all calls and actions taken.
Attending care calls that are uncovered outside of your own standard run.
When You Will Be On Call:
One Evening per week from 4pm until 11pm.
One Weekend in Every Four: Typically, from 4pm Friday through to 8am Monday.
Requirements Of The Role:
At least 1 years experience in Adult Care.
Be available to work every other weekend and some evenings.
You should be reliable, responsible, and able to work independently.
Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
A good level of spoken and written English.
Be able to demonstrate good computer literacy and IT skills.
The flexibility to travel to clients outside of your own standard runs.
Level 2 in Health & Social Care is essential and the willingness to work towards Level 3.
The flexibility to work some bank holidays, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day.
It would be desirable that you have knowledge of the local area.
What You Will Receive:
£13.60 per hour.
A set alternate week rota.
£20 per individual on-call shift for weekdays and £30 per weekend day
Valuable experience in a different aspect of our operations.
Full training and support will be provided.
A permanent contract and guaranteed salary on completion of the probation period.
Free Uniform.
Employer & Employee contribution Pension scheme.
Accrued Annual Leave.
Mileage paid.
Block pay (paid travel time between calls).
Paid training time.
A friendly welcoming team.
The option to pick up over-time.
No overseas applicants. We do not offer sponsorship. UK based only.
Closing Date Monday 8th March - Successful candidates will expected to attend an interview on Thursday 11th March.
About Belvoir Home Care:
EST. in 2011, Belvoir Homecare prides itself on delivering a prestigious and quality service. We support a range of clients in their own homes, who have varying needs and preferences. As a family ran business, our staff work in a supportive environment with a positive team ethic.
About Belvoir Home Care:
EST. in 2011, Belvoir Homecare prides itself on delivering a prestigious and quality service. We support a range of clients in their own homes, who have varying needs and preferences. As a family ran business, our staff work in a supportive environment with a positive team ethic.