Senior Care Worker ( Live – In Care)

Why Join Us?

• Double pay on bank holidays and Christmas
• Paid mileage from home
• Christmas Bonus performance based
• Automatic pay increase after 1 and 5 years
• Referral scheme: receive £200 after they have completed 3 months work
• Blue Light Discount card
• Mental health support through an EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Carer of the Month awards
• Diploma opportunities and support. Support to do CQC recognised training. This is fully paid for if you complete a year’s work with us

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist with personal care and promote client independence.
• Daily Living Support: Support with meals, mobility, and household tasks as outlined in the care plan.
• Medication Support: Administer or support medication and maintain records.
• Emotional & Social Support: Offer companionship, emotional support, and encourage clients social and recreational engagement.
• Record-Keeping & Reporting: Maintain care records, report health changes promptly, and adhere to organisational policies and safeguarding standards.
• Professional Conduct: Demonstrate professionalism and respect, uphold data protection, and participate in ongoing training. Attend mandatory training and participate in professional development.
• Quality Assurance: Spot Checks, Audits, Incident Management and Learning. Be able to write and review effectively care plans and risk assessments. Report to the RM/Care Co‑ordinator on any aspects of service user care which warrants urgent action.

Qualifications & Requirements

• DBS clearance required.
• Candidates should have at least 3‑5 years of relevant experience; comprehensive training will be provided.
• Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and reliable vehicle access.
• Must be flexible to cover different shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Legal & Compliance Obligations

• Safeguarding: Protect vulnerable adults from abuse or neglect. (Care Act 2014)
• Consent & Capacity: Respect choices; follow Mental Capacity Act 2005 & DoLS.
• Confidentiality: Protect client information. (GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018)
• Equality & Rights: Treat everyone fairly and with dignity. (Equality Act 2010, Human Rights Act 1998)
• Health & Safety: Work safely; follow risk assessments, infection control, and manual handling procedures.
• Medicines: Administer safely and record accurately. (Medicines Act 1968 & Misuse of Drugs Act 1971)
• Regulatory Compliance: Follow CQC Fundamental Standards and NICE guidelines.

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