Keybar Ltd T/as Key Health is a dedicated provider within the Medical, Health & Social Care sector, specializing in delivering high-quality domiciliary care services. As a small company, we pride ourselves on offering personalized and compassionate support to individuals in need, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being in their own homes. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of care through professional, reliable, and respectful service, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
We invite compassionate and motivated individuals to join us in making a meaningful difference. At Key Health, you'll find a supportive environment where your dedication is valued, and your role directly impacts the lives of those we care for.
Role Overview We are seeking experienced and reliable Domiciliary Care Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. The role will involve supporting service users safely and respectfully while promoting independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing. Staff will need to be flexible and able to work as part of a wider care team across community-based packages.
Shift Patterns and Cover · Approximately 80 hours of care cover is currently required across the service each week.
· Indicative shift patterns discussed are approximately 07:00-14:00 and 16:00-22:00; exact shifts are to be confirmed.
· Candidates should be able to offer flexibility across the required rota.
· Availability for short-notice cover is advantageous due to the nature of domiciliary care provision.
· Some packages may require double-handed care, depending on individual service-user needs.
Key Responsibilities · Provide safe, respectful and person-centred care within service users' own homes.
· Support individuals with personal care and daily living activities in line with their care plans.
· Promote independence, dignity, choice and control at all times.
· Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed support instructions.
· Observe and report changes in a service user's wellbeing or support needs promptly.
· Maintain accurate care records and communicate effectively with colleagues and service management.
· Work effectively as part of single-handed or double-handed care packages where required.
· Follow safeguarding, infection-control, medication and health and safety procedures relevant to the assignment.
· Maintain professional boundaries and provide reliable, consistent support.
Candidate Requirements · Relevant care experience, ideally within domiciliary, community, homecare or similar adult social care settings.
· Full valid UK driving licence and ability to drive are essential.
· Confident providing person-centred support and personal care where required.
· Good communication skills and the ability to work professionally in service users' homes.
· Reliable, compassionate and able to work independently while following care plans and procedures.
· Flexible availability to meet the needs of the service and rota.
· Ability to respond to short-notice shifts is desirable.
Driving Requirement Candidates must hold a full valid UK driving licence and be able to drive for work. This is an essential requirement for the role.
About the Role This is a flexible domiciliary care opportunity for experienced care workers who are committed to providing dependable, high-quality support in the community. The service is seeking a poolof suitable staff to support ongoing weekly hours and help with additional cover when needed.
Got some experience looking after the elderly? That's a big plus!
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Domiciliary Care Assistant in Colchester employer: Keybar Ltd T/as Key Health
Keybar Ltd T/as Key Health is an attractive employer due to its commitment to personalized care and employee development. The company fosters a supportive work environment where staff can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they serve.
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Keybar Ltd T/as Key Health Recruitment Team
