At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to individuals in their own homes.
- Company: Join a reputable care team making a difference in the Angus area.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and potential for permanent employment.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while promoting independence and dignity.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and previous care experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 13.65 - 13.65 £ per hour.
Are you a reliable and compassionate individual looking to make a difference in your community? We are currently recruiting Home Care Workers to join a growing care team and deliver person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a wide range of needs while promoting independence and dignity for service users.
About the Role
This is initially a temporary role with strong potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You will provide single visits for one-to-one support, double-up visits for more complex mobility needs, and sitting services for companionship and respite.
Your key duties will include:
- Providing personal care, such as washing, dressing, and grooming
- Assisting with meals, hydration, and medication support
- Supporting mobility and safe transfers
- Performing light household duties and providing emotional support and companionship
- Travelling between service users' homes
Location and Hours:
You will support service users across the Angus area, including Arbroath, Montrose, Brechin, Letham, Forfar, Edzell, and surrounding locations. We offer 40 hours per week with flexible shift patterns. Shifts include early runs (06:00 - 15:15, with some 07:30 starts) and late runs (15:15 - 22:45), with double shifts also available. Runs typically last 6-8 hours and cover morning, lunch, tea, and bedtime visits.
Pay Benefits:
Temporary/Agency Rates: £18 umbrella per hour on weekdays and £19 umbrella per hour on weekends. Permanent Pay (upon transfer): Starting from £13.65 per hour.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:
- Driving: A full UK driving licence is strictly essential, and access to your own vehicle.
- Experience: Previous care experience, particularly in care-at-home, is desirable.
- Traits: You must have a compassionate, reliable, and professional approach, with the ability to work flexible shifts.
Start Date Applications:
We are looking for candidates who can ideally start within 2 weeks, though we can be flexible depending on your availability and notice period.
Home Care Worker employer: Randstad Care
At Randstad Care, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment for Home Care Workers in the Angus area. Our flexible shift patterns and competitive pay rates ensure that you can balance your personal life while making a meaningful impact in your community. With opportunities for permanent positions and a commitment to employee growth, we empower our staff to thrive in their roles and provide exceptional care to those in need.
