Job Specifics
- Reference No: CD220
- Location: North Lanarkshire
- Hours: Full & Part Time
- Salary: £12.00 + travel
- Closing Date: Friday 11th October 2024
- Why should you apply for this role: Exciting Projects and Challenges
Job Overview
Working in the Care Sector offers security and a sense of achievement that cannot easily be found in other jobs.
We provide care services to older vulnerable people who depend on our support to enable them to remain in their own homes as long as possible. Some need help with washing and dressing, some need help with meals and medication and some just need companionship.
You will assist with everyday tasks which most people do naturally. Our service users love their carers and our carers know that their support is valued and appreciated.
You will assist our service users in Coatbridge, Airdrie, Cumbernauld, Bellshill, Viewpark, Motherwell and Wishaw.
Main Shift Pattern
We offer main work pattern which is based on a rolling shift pattern of 7 days per fortnight.
Week 1 Monday, Thursday, Friday
Week 2 Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
The workdays of week 1 & 2 are non-negotiable.
You can choose from the following shift patterns:
Early – 7am till 2pm
Late – 4pm till 11pm
Full Time – 7am till 2pm & 4pm till 11pm (both shifts combined)
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Key Tasks
- Promote independence and choice.
- Ensure health and wellbeing.
- Follow SSSC code of practice and HRM policies and procedures.
- Assist with washing, dressing and toileting.
- Prepare meals.
- Prompt medication.
- Assist with light household tasks.
Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience
- Qualifications or experience not required as we provide a free fully comprehensive assessment programme.
- We look for people who genuinely care about the health and well being of others and always give their best.
Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required
- Whilst experience is not essential, you must have an acceptable standard of English.
- Drivers preferred, however we can sometimes accommodate non drivers.