Loneliness Companion

2 weeks ago


Ringwood, United Kingdom Good Oaks Home Care East Dorset Full time

** Very competitive welcome bonus now offered Your choice of Smart technology or outdoor accessories such as paddle boards **
- We are an award-winning visiting and live in home care company and pride ourselves on the professional yet personal service that our carers provide._
- At Good Oaks we strive to be the go-to provider of quality care at home by valuing, developing, and rewarding the caring people who work with us._

**Why become a Care Assistant with us?**

The role of Visiting Carer can give real satisfaction and fulfilment in a job well done. You will be supporting our clients out in the East Dorset areas. This active role supports clients who are relying on you to be able to be in the home they love. It’s a very responsible job, supporting a wide range of clients with professionalism, empathy, and a smile. On top of this, in reward for all your hard work you will receive.
- Welcome bonus _(_T&C's apply)_
- Excellent pay rates of £11.28 p/h for weekdays and £11.44 for weekends, throughout your contracted hours
- Guaranteed hours for stability and security in your role
- Flexible working patterns
- Paid holiday pay
- Paid mileage of 45p per mile
- INSTANT access to mileage pay so you don't have to wait for your pay at the end of each month
- Full induction training provided and paid
- Paid DBS check
- Pension contributions
- Paid shadow shifts for all new starters
- Opportunities to study for a Level 2 or 3 QCF Diploma in Health and social Care
- Supportive, proactive, and understanding management
- Career progression through an innovative team structure
- All private clients, so no rushing and cutting corners

What do we require?
- Clear DBS check
- Two references
- Driving licence and use of your own car
- Valid right to work in the UK
- Alternate weekend working
- Previous experience in healthcare is desirable such as domiciliary care, residential care, or support work however this is not essential as we will provide full training._

If you're reliable, naturally caring, and passionate about providing great, person-centred care click APPLY NOW and our recruitment team will be in touch very soon

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 38 per week

**Salary**: £11.28-£11.44 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Store discount

Shift:

- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Do you live in the East Dorset or surrounding locations?

**Experience**:

- care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- driving licence and access to a car? (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person