DRIVERS ONLY
To support customers with all aspects of their day to day living, so they can enjoy the best possible quality of life. Providing care and support is both a challenging and rewarding experience. You will mostly work alone with the customer in their home. Compassion, good communication skills and a calm and caring manner are essential for this important role in our company.
Key responsibility:
Safely provide compassionate care and support that is centred on the individual needs and wishes of each customer. Respect customers’ choices and always promote their dignity.
You may be the only person the customer sees over a period of time, it is therefore essential to report any changes or causes for concern to your line manager promptly. You need to be clear about when to seek help and advice in order to keep customers safe and promote their well-being.
Experience and skills:
Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build positive working relationships with customers, their families, Grace 247 Care staff and other social and health care professionals
Ability to give care and support to customers with aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non- judgmental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy
Good organisational skills, so customers receive the services they expect
Ability to use own initiative and work alone or as part of a team especially in an emergency
Numerical skills to support customers in managing their money and buying shopping or paying bills when requested to do so
Ability to keep written records in clear English about the care and support given to each customer, including help with medicines
Ability and willingness to follow Grace 247 Care’s policies, procedures and instructions
Additional requirements:
Commitment to respecting customers’ rights at all times including their rights to privacy, dignity and independence
Willingness to undertake training. All staff are expected to meet regulatory training standards
This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced satisfactory clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service formally known as the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure
Class 1 business insurance, with no more than 6 points (if using own car for business purposes)
Small list of Duties:
- All aspects of personal care
- Administer medication
- Assist with Eating and drinking
- Safely using aids and medical equipment in a manner that respects the dignity of customers.
- Domestic Duties
- Social and physical activities or mental stimulation
- Supporting a customer through temporary and terminal illness
- Record and report all relevant customer information including
- Keep all information about customers and their families secure and confidential
- Follow Grace 247 Care policies, procedures, and guidance at all times
- Take part in staff and customer meetings
- Attend training activities and appraisal and development meetings
Desirable criteria:
NVQ/QCF Level 2 or equivalent
Previous experience as a care worker or as an unpaid carer
Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding procedures
Working knowledge of health and safety matters relating to home care
Flexible approach to working
Full drivers’ licence – no more than 6 points and access to own vehicle
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
