Community Support Worker

Position: Care Worker – Domiciliary Care – Available for Immediate Start

Hours: 07.00 – 14.00 and 14.00 – 19:00 hours.

Working Days: Monday to Friday and alternate weekends.

Pay Rate - £12.75 – £13.50

Overview of the position:

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Care Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide exceptional, person-centred support to individuals in their own homes, helping to enhance their quality of life and maintain their independence.

Your empathy, professionalism, and practical skills will make a meaningful difference, ensuring our service user feels safe, comfortable, and well-supported throughout the day, while offering reassurance to their families.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Care Worker, you will:

• Support the service user to remain independent and live fulfilling lives in their own homes.
• Ensure the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of Service Users during day shifts.
• Maintain clear and professional boundaries within a home care setting.

Core Duties:

·  Monitor, observe, and accurately record Service Users' health and wellbeing, maintaining strict confidentiality.

·  Provide personal care assistance with dignity and respect.

·  Support daily living activities to promote independence.

·  Engage Service Users in meaningful activities to encourage social interaction and mental stimulation.

·  Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment.

·  Work effectively within a care environment in their own home.

·  Administer or assist with medication, ointments, and prescribed remedies in line with Medication Administration Records. (MAR)

·  Offer companionship and emotional support, building trusting relationships with Service Users.

·  Assistance with shopping, appointments and leisurely outings.  

Person Specification:

We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A caring, calm, and professional attitude with a genuine passion for supporting others
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and a flexible approach to work

Essential Requirements:

·  Previous experience in care, assisted living, or home care (preferred)

·  Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle (business insurance required)

·  Right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available for this position

·  To undergo a DBS check and provide references.

Benefits:

·  Holiday pay and pension scheme.

·  Free DBS check.

·  Paid, ongoing training and development.

·  Continuous support from our dedicated team.