Complex Care Caregiver / Support Worker
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
Support Worker
£12.50 - £14.00 per hour
Complex Care Support Worker
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
About Homecare Scotland:
At Homecare Scotland, we provide quality in-home care and support to our clients ensuring they feel both safe and comfortable in their homes. We offer bespoke packages, tailored to the needs and demands of the individual. Working in care is a journey and Homecare Scotland equips staff with training, CPD and support to nurture skills and progress careers at any stage. With a strong family ethic, we strive to make both our clients and staff feel valued.
Key Responsibilities:
· Support with social activities, outings and interests
· Moving & Handling
· Support with bowel care
· Assistance with personal care
· Support with Physiotherapy Exercises
· Support with dysphagic feeding
· High levels of sepsis awareness
Essential Skills & Experience:
· Previous care experience
· Have a team player attitude while showing empathy and understanding in demanding situations
· A great sense of fun and humour, we value developing warm positive relationships with everyone we support
· Experienced in using tracking hoist, wheelchair and other mobility aids
· Understanding of acquired brain injuries and the affect on personality
· A full UK driving licence, the client has an adapted vehicle on the way and is looking forward to going out in it.
Available Shifts:
Part-timeworker, rota TBC
Benefits:
· Hourly rate £12.50 during the weekdays and £14.00 during the weekends
· Permanent part-time employment contracts available (including up to 28 days annual leave & a company pension! These benefits are pro-rata for part-time contracts)
· PVG fees paid by the company
· Healthcare cashback plan: benefits include annual allowance for dental treatment and glasses, access to private GP and counselling services
· Training and ongoing support provided
If you would like to apply, please click the apply button below and one of our recruiters will be in touch with you to discuss the next steps. Thank you.
