Domiciliary Care Worker

7 days ago

Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Eclectic Care Ltd Full time

Do you have a passion for helping others live independently and with dignity in their own homes? Our Domiciliary Care service is seeking caring and reliable individuals to provide essential support to older adults in the Maidstone Kent area, including those with dementia, sensory impairments, and mental or physical health conditions.

Whether you're experienced in the care sector or eager to start a new career, we welcome your application. Full training will be provided for those new to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

To enable the service user to remain as independent, as possible.

To carry out personal care, develop and/or maintain social activities and individual social networks and or other tasks as specified in the service user's individual plan of care, encouraging the service user where possible to undertake these tasks themselves.

To contribute to accurate and detailed record keeping whilst maintaining the service user's privacy in accordance with the confidentiality policy.

Where appropriate, under the guidance of the management, liaise with the service user's relatives, GP and other health professionals contributing to care in order to promote good communication and high quality of service.

To take part in training as required by the management to improve personal skills and knowledge in order to maintain a provision of high quality domiciliary care.

To contribute, by carrying out planned actions, to the maintenance of the service users' individuality dignity and freedom of choice.

To ensure that full and accurate records of transactions are kept for inspection and that adequate security for service users' monies and valuable is maintain.

What We're Looking For:

  • Flexibility: Willing to provide support on short notice.
  • Empathy and Kindness: A genuine interest in improving the lives of others.
  • Reliability: A commitment to delivering high-quality care consistently.
  • Team Player: Ability to work well with others in a supportive and collaborative way.
  • Open to Learning: Previous experience in care is valued, but not essential, as comprehensive training is provided.

What We Offer:

  • A Meaningful Career: Make a tangible difference in the lives of others.
  • Supportive Work Culture: Be part of a team that values and encourages its members.
  • Development Opportunities: Access training and professional development to build your skills and grow your career.

Shifts varying from 8:00am to 16:00pm or 16:00pm to 22:00pm - including weekends and public holidays.

Please Note: Candidate must have a valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Maidstone: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

  • Do you hold a valid driver's license and have access to your own vehicle?

Language:

  • English (required)

Work Location: In person

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