CARE SUPPORT WORKER

£16.50 hourly
Full time Homecare

Job Description

Job description

FULL TIME CARE SUPPORT WORKERS

We are looking for a Care Support Worker to join our team on a 2 on 2 off on a rolling schedule.

Expected hours: 40 hours per week (Guaranteed 30 hours per week)

Description:

We are looking for an experienced carer to join our team. You will be required to work within a 25 mile radius of our office, based in West Chiltington.

You must have your own transport and be a self-motivated, caring individual with a good knowledge of the local area.

Duties:

  • Provide care and support to people in their own homes, respecting their privacy and dignity.
  • Maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life.
  • Assist with all aspects of personal care and support for the elderly and people with disabilities.
  • Assist with medication and ensure all information is recorded and records are maintained in accordance with West Sussex County Council framework.
  • Assist with meal preparation, shopping and light domestic housework.
  • Provide companionship for people with dementia. People with dementia may become confused and it is important to respect and assist with their emotional and physical wellbeing.

Requirements:

  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Use your own initiative and work independently as well as within a team.
  • Be compassionate and understanding of other’s needs.
  • Own transport is essential
  • A minimum of 2 years experience within the health & social care sector
  • A minimum of NVQ Level 2 or above in Health & Social care.

Benefits:

  • A friendly family business
  • A weekly planned schedule
  • 28 days Annual Leave
  • Pension Scheme
  • Pay day loans scheme

UK Applicants only

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Physical Setting:

  • Homecare

Application question(s):

  • Own Transport
  • NVQ Level 2 in Adult Health and Social Care

Experience:

  • Domiciliary Care: 2 years (required)

Language:

  • English (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road