Care Professional Guaranteed Contracted Hours

Company Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? We're seeking a dedicated Care Professional with guaranteed contracted hours to join our team in Bath, United Kingdom. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide compassionate support to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, mobility, and medication reminders
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging them in conversation and activities
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with light housekeeping tasks
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings as needed
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or well-being to the care management team
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and any significant events during shifts
• Collaborate with other care professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care
• Participate in ongoing training and development programmes to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Adapt care plans to meet the individual needs and preferences of each client
• Promote clients' independence and dignity at all times

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting older people in a professional or personal capacity is desirable
• Confident in the use of a mobile phone and basic technology
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families
• Adaptability to meet the diverse needs of individual clients
• Reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate nature with a genuine passion for supporting others
• Flexibility to work alternate weekends and provide continuity of care
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for client visits and outings
• Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a care setting
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Empathy and patience when working with vulnerable individuals
• Willingness to participate in our award-winning training programme
• Must reside in the UK and have the right to work in the UK (we are not sponsoring visa applications at this time)

Additional Information

Benefits

• From £13.50 per hour for flexible contracts. 
• Paid Travel and Waiting time between client visits 
• Paid mileage, with payments matched to current fuel prices.
• Paid on-boarding training and ongoing training including CPR and Dementia training. Free qualifications such as The Care Certificate, NVQ diplomas and Level 2 certificates in a variety of topics
• Paid holiday - accrues at a rate equivalent to 5.6 weeks a year pro rata
• Regular working pattern with 1- hour minimum visits to regular clients.
• Out of hours support from the Office team
• Paid DBS
• Paid caregiver team meetings and support visits
• Free access for you AND your family to our Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support line with free counselling sessions)
• Care Professionals do not wear uniforms
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme - £100 for successful applicant referrals
• Company Pension - Employer contributions
• Cashback Healthcare scheme - claim back for everyday services such as dentists, opticians, physiotherapy, chiropractor