Pay: From £12.75 per hour
Job description:
Domiciliary Care Worker (agency) - Female Driver
Salary: 12.75ph
Location: Southampton
We are currently recruiting a Domiciliary Care Worker to support individuals in their own homes across the Southampton area. This is a rewarding role for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care within the community.
Due to the nature of personal care required by some service users, this role is open to female applicants only, in line with a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants must be drivers with access to a suitable vehicle, as the role involves travelling between service users’ homes.
* Provide personal care support including washing, dressing, toileting, and continence care
* Assist service users with mobility, including safe moving and handling in their own homes
* Support with medication prompts and administration (where trained and authorised)
* Prepare meals and assist with nutrition and hydration
* Provide companionship and emotional support
* Assist with light household tasks related to the service user’s care
* Promote independence, dignity, and choice at all times
* Follow individual care plans and risk assessments
* Accurately record care provided and report any concerns to senior staff
* Adhere to safeguarding, health & safety, and company policies at all times
Essential requirements:
* Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
Desirable:
* Previous experience in domiciliary or community care
* Moving and Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
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