Job Description:
Do you want to join a care company that looks after their employees? That provides outstanding care? A company that pays from the first client right through to the last client (shift pay) and not just contact time? A company with a 9.9 out of 10 rating of Homecare? A company with a CQC rating Good? A company that focuses on quality over quantity?
Then come and join the Your Choice Care family!
If you are a kind and compassionate carer. That strives to provide a high standard of care to the people that you support. If you support and promote independence, dignity and choice, to ensure that we are delivering person centred care. If you are you able to work with the your colleagues and the people that you support to achieve the best outcomes for them.
Then apply today
Driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
This role is to support people within their own homes, delivering and supporting a variety of care needs on an individual basis in Plymouth.
If you are new to the sector and are looking to have a career as a carer and have a full driving licence, then we can support you to take those steps and give you a rewarding career. We also accept apprentices for those aged 17-18 with a driving licence.
Duties
- Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
- Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive environment
- Maintain accurate records of care provided using IT systems and ensure documentation is up-to-date
- Assist with medication administration following prescribed guidelines
- Support clients with meal preparation and feeding as required
- Drive to client homes, ensuring timely arrival and departure
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless care delivery
- Uphold health and safety standards in all aspects of work
Requirements
- Full UK driving licence and ability to drive between client residences
- Previous experience working in a care environment is desirable but not essential; training will be provided
- Good command of English, both spoken and written, for effective communication
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and team members
- Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to support others’ wellbeing
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced environment
Staff Benefits
- Shift pay (get paid for the whole time you are out working!)
- Time and a half for bank holidays
- Welcome bonus of £200.00 after a successful 3-month probation period
- Performance bonus
- Refer a friend bonus scheme
- Guaranteed hours to suit you
- Employee Assistance Programme- Free 24-hour confidential helpline
- Paid training and shadowing shifts after a successful 3-month probation period
- Free DBS check and uniform
- Free Blue light Card
- Competitive paid mileage
- Staff bonus rewards
- On-call support system - 24hours a day
- Continued learning and development including care certificate
- Opportunities to progress and complete a level 2 and above diploma in health and social care
For further information please call 01752 278495
Or why not pop into our office for a cuppa and chat.
Unit 28, Airport Business Centre, Thornbury Road, Plymouth, PL6 7PP.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Pay: £13.15-£19.57 per hour
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid training
- Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
