Domiciliary Care Assistant

Domiciliary Care Assistant
We are looking for passionate people to deliver top quality, person centred care to our wonderful group of clients. We need someone who is committed to ensuring that the needs of our clients are met to a high standard, no matter how big or small. We are enabling and supporting our clients to remain independent in their own homes and you will be the one person who brightens up their day.

Who we are...

Rowan House is a family run business with a great local reputation. Rowan House residential care home has been established for over 30 years and the care in the community evolved from that. We have been providing care in the community for over 15 years and have a very experienced team of carers. As a company we offer a full package of care, residential, care in the community and day care and we pride ourselves on the service we provide to all our clients.

Salary

Competitive rates of pay, ranging from £12.40 - £21.53 per hour.

The hourly rate is dependent on the shift worked, the higher rates are paid for evenings, weekend work & overtime. Starting on £12.40 during shadowing training and increasing when in probationary period and increasing again once the probation period is successfully completed.

Travel time and mileage are also paid for clients outside of the Saltash area.

Location

Saltash and surrounding areas, including Hatt, St Dominick, Callington, Landrake, Tideford, St Germans and others.

Hours - Evenings & Weekend Work

We are looking for carers that are able to work evening shifts of approx 6pm - 10.30pm on some evenings through the week and also available to work alternate weekends. The weekend work will include a mixture of the following shift patterns: 7am - 2pm or 6pm - 10.30pm. There is overtime work available also. The times of these shifts can be slightly adjusted if necessary.

You will be required to carry out day-to-day tasks within the client's own homes and assist on the community. The role includes:

• Assisting with personal care
• Administering or assisting with Medication
• Meal Preparation
• Grocery Shopping
• Cleaning duties
• Sit in services
• Companionship

You will mainly be working with the elderly, people living with Dementia, people living with physical disabilities, sensory disabilities or people recovering from a period in hospital.

We are looking for people who are

• Caring
• Trustworthy
• Reliable
• Confident
• Adaptable
• Have excellent communication skills

Experience

No previous care experience is required, but would be beneficial. Diploma in Health & Social care would also be beneficial but we do encourage you to complete this on commencement of employment.

Training

Comprehensive induction course for all new starters.

We expect all mandatory training to be kept up to date annually.

We offer staff the opportunity to complete a fully funded Diploma in Health & Social Care with a financial bonus upon completion.

We promote the personal development of our staff and ongoing, tailored training is always available.

Benefits

• All training is fully funded
• Workplace pension scheme
• Uniform and PPE is provided
• Paid travel time for visits outside of the Saltash area
• Flexible working hours
• Paid holiday allowance - not rolled into your pay rate
• Annual bonus
• Birthday Gift

You will need access to a car, full driving licence and business insurance will be required.

You will be part of a great support network of carers and Managers both from within the Domiciliary team and the staff based within Rowan House residential care home.

Any offers of employment will be subject to DBS and reference checks. If you feel you meet the requirements above and have a passion for care please contact Katie Gardner to discuss this further.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent.

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

Salary: £12.70-£21.53 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff & clients are fully vaccinated against Coronavirus. All staff are required to wear face masks, aprons and gloves - provided by Rowan House. Staff should be double vaccinated but it is not essential.

Application question(s):

• What hours/shifts are you able to work during the week? What hours/shifts are you able to work at the weekend?

Experience:

• Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: Domiciliary Care Assistant-1211