Care Worker

Care Worker, Owner/Drivers

Required for the Bromley/ Orpington/ Beckenham areas

Applications from Dependants welcome

You will be working in an environment which offers a high level of care & support, taking care of vulnerable adults in their own homes. You will facilitate their comfort & well-being and actively promote independence.

Please ensure that you live within a commutable distance of the office. Post codes are BR1 to BR5

Care Worker - Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Annual appraisal bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday rates

Care Worker - Ethos:

Ensure that the client is at the center of the care we deliver

Treat everyone with empathy, dignity and respect

Respect the wishes, preferences, social & cultural needs of the client and family

Maintain and improve the client's comfort and well-being

Following best practices in the delivery of care

Working as part of a team in achieving excellence of care

Everyone is a role model and an ambassador for the service

Open and honest always and encourage to speak up about concerns and act upon them

Everybody counts; no discrimination, no exclusion, no bullying ever

Work in a way that ensures the company CQC rating is Good or Outstanding

Treat all information as confidential

Care Worker - Experience/Qualification:

Previous experience is preferred but not essential as full training given

NVQ level 2 or 3 in health & social care an advantage

Care Worker - Key Skills:

Empathy and sensitivity

Tact and discretion

Excellent communication, with good customer service and interpersonal skills

Attention to details combined with a hard-working attitude

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Good team spirit and a willingness to help

Ability to take the initiative and to speak up when things go wrong

Good written English for short report writing

Open and honest always

Care Worker - Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

To visit the client in their home as directed

Communicate to the relevant manager any concerns regarding a client family or staff

Proactively identify issues, resolve and document where possible, otherwise escalate to the relevant manager

Take responsibility for the service. Work independently to deliver a high level of care. Ensure that the client's needs are fully met and report and report to the relevant manager of any changes

Preparing and serving meals, drinks and snacks

Assisting the client with personal care like bathing, grooming and getting dressed

Assist with toileting, including the changing of pads if required

Client -specific care like moving and repositioning, changing a catheter bag

Administering oral and topical medication

Handling household tasks like grocery shopping and laundry

Support the client in avoiding social isolation, like outings, social visits

Providing mental and emotional support

Make recommendations for improving the care and support of the service user

Follow the clients care plan and other information in the delivery of care

Document the care you provide

Report any concerns or incidents to the relevant manager

Lead by example, and be professional, polite and reasonable always

Maintain professional relationships with family, friends and other individuals within the client's circle of support

Collaborate with colleagues and other health and social care professionals to provide the best possible care

Attend all meetings as required, including supervisions, appraisals and team meetings

Maintain training, achieve the relevant qualification and seek opportunities for personal and professional growth

Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role

Knowledge of the staff handbook, Code of Conduct for Health & Social Care Workers, the regulatory framework that governs the company, and CQC requirements

Use company systems and applications relevant to the role

All other duties and tasks as directed

Contact our friendly Recruitment Team today