Job Description
Care Worker
Location: Brockhill, Woking, GU21 3NE
Contract: Bank, flexible hours
Shifts: Various shift patterns starting at 07:00, Monday-Sunday (working every other weekend)
Salary and package: £9.90ph with mileage paid at £0.41p per mile
Who A2Dominion are & what we do:
We are a residential property group with a social purpose. We’re a committed to supporting all our customers to live independently so they can enjoy their homes and neighbourhoods.
Are you looking for a career change? Or simply just looking for a new role? Then come and join A2Dominion and embark on an exciting journey.
We have an amazing history, become part of our future.
About you and the role:
In this role, you will be providing personal care to clients living in our extra care schemes and in the local community in accordance with individual care plans and the A2Dominion Group philosophy of care. In this role, you will;
- Provide clients with physical support which may include household and domestic tasks, shopping, food preparation, personal hygiene and self-care.
- Administer medication in accordance with individual care plans, the Medication Policy and relevant training.
- Provide emotional support in a sensitive and empathetic manner, offering guidance in accordance with procedures and the boundaries of the job role.
- Provide support to enable tenants to maintain independence with daily living and participate in tasks and activities inside and outside their home, and to access services appropriate to their abilities.
- Report to the line manager concerns regarding safeguarding issues or significant changes in the health and social circumstances of a client, contributing to specific care needs as directed.
- Support the induction and training of new and existing employees as requested.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in Math & English
- 6 months of care related work desired but not essential
- Hold a full UK driving licence with Class 1 business insurance and access to a car or transport
Rewards & Benefits:
- Group Bonus
- 25 days leave (Rising to 28 after 3 years’ service)
- Flexible benefits - £300 allowance to spend on health and lifestyle
- Enhanced DBS and induction paid for
- £0.41p per mile used within work hours
- Uniform & PPE provided
- Reefer a friend bonus
- Pension scheme
- Above & Beyond the Call of Duty Awards
- Customer Experience Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
- Eyes tests and Flu vouchers
Learning & Development:
- Professional Networks, including The National House Federation
- Leadership Development program
Giving Back:
- Time off for volunteering
- Match funding for charity work
Operating in 16 local authority areas, we manage over 2,500 homes providing care and support services to thousands of customers. You can be part of our expertise and experience in providing services and homes to support independence for people with a range of needs.
Our services include:
- Sheltered housing for older people
- Extra care housing with self-contained accommodation and 24-hour personal contact from a team of trained staff
- Supported housing for vulnerable young people, young parents and people with disabilities
- Domestic abuse services
- Homeless facilities or accommodation
- Care services for older people living in their own homes
- Inclusive activities for older people including drop-in sessions and full day services with care provision
- Catering services providing nutritional, home-cooked food.
Why work for us?
We want you to belong.
A diverse workforce makes us better so in care & support we recognise that everyone plays a part. We give you opportunities to input and innovate at all levels. Feeling that you belong in our team is important to us and you’ll receive an incredible amount of support from your colleagues.
We want you to be rewarded.
You’ll be making a lasting difference to people’s lives every day in a career that’s a vocation. We’ll pay you a competitive salary with excellent terms and conditions for the sector and offer additional rewards to people who perform at a consistently high level. You’ll receive a national certificate following a 12-week training programme.
We want you to grow
Personal growth is different for everyone. We provide training, learning and development especially if we’ve identified you as a talented person we want to nurture. In a big organisation there’ll be chances to apply for mentoring and opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge.
We want to support you
We’re a caring organisation that provides a positive working environment. You’ll have regular support from your manager both in one-to-ones and in team meetings. There are also opportunities to hear from your senior management team and ask questions.