Care Worker / Care Assistant – Domiciliary Care
Company: Sunnylives Support Ltd
Location: Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas
Pay: £[insert current hourly rates]
Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities
Essential: Full driving license, access to a vehicle, and availability to work some weekends
Sponsorship: We cannot offer visa sponsorship.
Make a difference in your local community
Sunnylives Support Ltd is looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Care Workers to support people in their own homes.
Our aim is simple: \"Empowering Independence your way\". You will help people live safely and comfortably at home, respecting their choices, dignity and independence.
Whether you have previous care experience or are starting a new career, we would love to hear from you. We provide training and support to help you develop your skills and confidence.
Your responsibilities
- Support people with personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
- Prepare meals and drinks and encourage good nutrition and hydration.
- Provide medication support in line with care plans, training and assessed competence.
- Assist with mobility and moving and handling, following individual care plans.
- Offer companionship, reassurance and emotional support.
- Help with light household tasks and everyday activities.
- Keep accurate care records and report changes in health or wellbeing.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns promptly.
- Promote dignity, privacy, choice and independence at every visit.
Previous care experience is welcome but is not essential. Appointment is subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
What we are looking for
- A kind, patient and respectful approach.
- Reliability, good timekeeping and clear communication.
- A full driving license and access to a vehicle suitable for traveling between visits.
- Availability to work some weekends.
- The right to work in the UK.
- Willingness to complete training and competency assessments.
What we offer
- Competitive hourly pay, with enhanced weekend rates.
- Bank holiday pay at time and a half.
- Mileage allowance of 25p per mile.
- Guaranteed hours and flexible working opportunities.
- Paid holiday and a workplace pension.
- Paid DBS check and supplied uniform.
- Funded care qualifications and development opportunities.
- Blue Light Card.
- A supportive management team and ongoing guidance.
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Support Care Worker in Southampton employer: Sunnylives Support Ltd
Sunnylives Support Ltd is an attractive employer due to its commitment to employee development through comprehensive training programs. The company fosters a supportive work culture where care workers can thrive and make a positive impact in their local community. Flexible working hours also provide a great work-life balance for staff.
