Weymouth : Care Assistant

Overview

Location: Weymouth • Salary: £11.70 - £17.00 • Hours: Daytime, Weekend and EveningOur Care Assistants have the chance to make a real difference to people’s lives, both at home and supporting them in the community. This is a role that varies from day-to-day to helping the more vulnerable in our society. Caremark Weymouth has an award-winning team and provides in-house induction and training for new care workers.

ResponsibilitiesMeeting the support requirements of customers in a way that respects the individual and promotes their independence.

Travel to the customer’s home and assist with daily tasks as agreed between the customer and Caremark.

Provide support similar to that which would be given by a member of the person’s family, including help with bathing and dressing, or domestic support where appropriate.

Shopping and meal preparation

Prompting with medication

Support with daily routines

Respite services

Socialising and leisure activities

Helping customers access the community

What you will be doing

The type of support provided is consistent with daily living tasks and personal care as set out in Care Plans. You may provide domestic support to individuals as part of their care package.

Requirements / QualificationsDriving license with use of personal vehicle may be required.

Eligibility to work in the UK (we can only accept applications from candidates who already have this).

Own vehicle and a valid UK driving licence (where applicable).

Not currently offering sponsorship.

BenefitsFull training and induction

Refer a friend bonus*

Qualifying for the Blue Light Card discount scheme

Additional pay on weekends*

Comprehensive support from colleagues in the field and office

Care Worker feedback is listened to to ensure a comfortable and secure working environment

Shifts allocated and sent prior to the start of the working week

Ongoing training, development, and supervision

Flexible hours to suit your needs

Four weeks pro rata annual leave entitlement

Opportunities to obtain qualifications while you work

Excellent internal communication and regular team meetings

Potential progression to more senior positions

How to apply

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