Care Companion

2 weeks ago

Newmarket, Suffolk, United Kingdom Voyage Care Full time
Support Worker

About the Role:

We are seeking a caring and self-motivated Support Worker to join our team at Voyage Care. As a Support Worker, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a lady in her own home in Newmarket.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with personal care and daily living tasks to enable the lady to live as independently as possible.
  • Support the lady to access local communities and participate in activities that promote her physical and emotional well-being.
  • Work on a rota basis, mainly with two other colleagues, to ensure a good work-life balance.
  • Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Requirements:

  • Experience of working with people with learning and/or physical disabilities (advantageous).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility to work variable shifts, including some weekend work and sleep-ins.
  • Clean driving licence (advantageous).

What We Offer:

  • A competitive hourly rate.
  • Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour.
  • Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour.
  • Access to a funded Blue Light Card.
  • A 24/7/365 doctor line for colleagues and their families.
  • Access to cash plans for colleagues and their families.

Why Choose Voyage Care?

We are a sector-leading organisation that values our employees and offers a range of benefits and opportunities for career development. We encourage our staff to be themselves and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. Apply today and join our team as a Support Worker

DBS Checks and References:

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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