Domiciliary Care Worker
Location: Norwich
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Hours: Full-time – 45 hours per week | Part-time – 25 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
About Verity Healthcare Limited
Verity Healthcare Limited is a growing domiciliary care provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes.
We work with local authorities, the NHS, private hospitals and private clients to provide a wide range of care and support services that help people maintain their independence and quality of life.
We are currently looking for caring, reliable and compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers to join our team.
If you have a genuine passion for supporting others and want to make a positive difference every day, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Domiciliary Care Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to service users in their own homes.
You will support individuals with a range of needs, illnesses and disabilities while promoting their dignity, independence, wellbeing and choice.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide person-centred care and support to service users in their own homes and Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
* Support service users with continence management and personal hygiene and Assist clients with getting up in the morning and preparing for bed at night.
* Support clients with medication in line with their care plan and agreed level of support. Prepare meals and drinks while considering individual preferences, nutritional needs and cultural requirements.
* Assist with light domestic duties, including housework and laundry, where required. Support service users with mobility and the safe use of mobility aids and equipment.
* Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided, medication support and other tasks undertaken.
* Follow individual care plans and report any changes or concerns regarding a service user's health or wellbeing. Follow all health and safety, safeguarding and company policies.
* Promote independence, dignity and choice at all times. Work closely with families, colleagues and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for people who demonstrate the right values and genuinely care about supporting others.
You should be:
* Caring, compassionate and respectful, Reliable, punctual and responsible.
* Confident communicating with service users, families and colleagues.
* Patient and understanding when supporting individuals with different needs and Able to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
* Comfortable providing personal care and Able to follow care plans and instructions accurately.
* Committed to providing a high standard of person-centred care.
* Willing to learn, develop and complete ongoing training.
Experience & Skills
Experience in domiciliary care, healthcare, nursing homes or a similar setting is desirable, but we also welcome applications from individuals who have the right attitude and values and are looking to start or develop their career in care.
Experience with the following would be advantageous:
* Personal care and Medication support.
* Moving and handling and Hoists and mobility equipment.
* Dementia care and Supporting individuals with disabilities.
* Accurate care documentation and digital care records.
What We Offer
* Paid training and ongoing CPD opportunities and Comprehensive induction and training programme.
* Consistent rotas and guaranteed contracted hours and Full-time and part-time contracts available.
* Referral bonus for recommending a friend and Career progression and development opportunities.
* Generous pension scheme and Bicycle scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mentoring and coaching.
* Supportive and friendly working environment and Ongoing professional development.
* Opportunities to progress within the organisation.
Why Join Verity Healthcare?
At Verity Healthcare, our people are at the heart of the care we provide.
We are committed to supporting our care workers through quality training, ongoing development and a positive working environment.
Whether you are an experienced carer or looking to build a career in health and social care, we can provide the training and support you need to develop your skills and progress.
Safer Recruitment
As you will be working with vulnerable adults, Verity Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Verity Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment.
We value kindness, accountability, excellence and passion, and believe that everyone should have the opportunity to develop their career with us.
If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and want to make a genuine difference to people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and join the Verity Healthcare team in Norwich.
Immediate starts available for successful candidates, subject to completion of our recruitment and compliance checks
Salary description
£13.15 - £16.65 per hour