Social Care Worker

Job summary

As a Home Care Worker, you do one of the most important jobs in the community today. You help other people to retain as much independence as possible. At the same time, your presence indicates your client’s dependence. Promoting independence and providing a dependent service is not easy, and skill, sensitivity, kindness and above all humour is required. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and possess strong interpersonal skills. Duties include providing personal care, Domestic, shopping, meal preparation, social calls and any other tasks required. We value the amazing work that our Social Care Workers do every day and hire on values, meaning you don't need previous experience - Here at Churchfields we will give you full training and ongoing coaching development to give you everything you will need to become a great Social Care Worker.

This is a community based role - Area's to cover – Vale of Glamorgan: Barry, Dinas Powys & Sully. Drivers will be required to hold a full UK driving licence with use of your own vehicle. Applications from non drivers also considered for the role.

Good sound knowledge of the areas within the Vale and use of own vehicle would be an advantage. Drivers preferred, walkers considered if situated locally.

Previous experience would be an advantage but training will be provided.

• Excellent pay rates Flexible hours
• Ongoing paid training and Development
• Eligible for Blue Light Discount card (High street and on line shopping)
• 24Hour Support by trained staff
• Appraisal and Supervision
• Free uniform and PPE provided
• Smartphone technology so you can do everything at the tap of a finger
• Rewards and Recognition Incentives
• Rewarding career development opportunities
• Contracts available after probation period and annual review
• Paid Mileage at 45p/mile
• Paid DBS
• Paid Social Care Wales Registration with full support to register
• Full support with QCF qualification in Health and Social Care (fully funding)
• Paid Shadow Shifts
• Bonus for every refer a friend
• The Opportunity to work with a supportive and friendly team
• Officially rated as one of the Top 20 Best Home Care Providers in Wales with an excellent Inspection report from Care Inspectorate Wales May 2024

What we would expect from you: ·

• Commitment to helping individuals live fulfilled and independent lives within their homes/in the community
• A flexible approach to work and a willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends

What you can expect from us:

We understand that every member of our team has their own family to care for and this is why our role offers the flexibility to work around your own home life. You can choose between full-time or part-time work; all you have to do is simply tell us your availability. Although we try to be flexible where we can, we do require you to be flexible with us too, that’s why we will require you to work an agreed availability, including every other weekend.

Shifts Required

• Must be willing to work alternate Weekends
• Hours to suit are considered depending on candidate

Previous applicants not shortlisted for interview need not apply