At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in their homes, promoting independence and dignity.
- Company: ICare Group, dedicated to compassionate home care in Blackpool.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, training, and a £125 welcome bonus.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and a caring attitude; no prior experience needed.
Location: Blackpool (FY4 4QL)
Salary: £13.45 - £13.70 per hour
Benefits:
- £125 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
- Paid Mileage Between Care Calls
- Flexible Hours (7am-10pm, Monday-Sunday) - Weekend Availability Required
At ICare Group, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, safely and comfortably in their own home. We're looking for caring, compassionate and reliable female Home Care Workers to join our Home Care team supporting people across Blackpool (FY4) and surrounding areas.
Important Information Before You Apply:
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Have access to your own vehicle
- Be able to travel throughout the FY4 area and surrounding communities
- Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place
- Be available to work weekends as part of a rolling rota
Due to the nature of the care provided, this role is open to female applicants only under the Equality Act 2010. Applications that do not meet these requirements will unfortunately not be progressed.
Why Join ICare?
At ICare, our values are at the heart of everything we do:
- I - Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel valued, heard and supported.
- C - Compassion: We treat people with kindness, understanding and dignity.
- A - Aspire: We help people achieve their personal goals and ambitions.
- R - Respect: We value individuality and promote choice and independence.
- E - Empowerment: We support people to live their lives to the fullest.
What Will You Be Doing?
As a Home Care Worker, you'll support people in their own homes, helping them remain independent while maintaining their dignity, wellbeing and quality of life. Your role may include:
- Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion
- Supporting with washing, dressing and daily routines
- Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition
- Providing medication prompts and support in line with care plans
- Carrying out wellbeing and safety checks
- Supporting with light household tasks and maintaining a comfortable home environment
- Offering companionship and emotional support
- Building positive and professional relationships with the people you support
- Promoting independence, choice and person-centred care
- Working as part of a supportive and dedicated care team
- Travelling between clients' homes across the Blackpool FY4 community
What We're Looking For:
- Caring and compassionate
- Reliable and committed
- Positive and enthusiastic
- Great communicators
- Passionate about making a difference
- Flexible and able to work across a varied rota, including weekends
- Comfortable working independently within the community
- Living in Blackpool (FY4) or within a reasonable travelling distance
- Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What You'll Receive:
- £13.45 - £13.70 per hour
- £125 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
- £125 Refer a Friend Scheme (T&Cs apply)
- Paid mileage between care calls
- Weekly pay
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working opportunities
- Full induction and paid shadowing shifts
- Care Certificate training and ongoing development
- Career progression opportunities
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free uniform and PPE
- Employee recognition initiatives and Carer Awards
- Dedicated wellbeing and support team
A Career That Matters: You won't just be providing care. You'll be helping someone remain independent in their own home, maintain their confidence, stay connected to their community and continue living life on their own terms. Join our team and help local people live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes. Apply today and become part of the ICare family.
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