Female Home Carer
Suffolk Jobs Direct
Date: 1 week ago
City: Ipswich
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
Our team are proud to deliver ‘outstanding’ (as rated by the Care Quality Commission) personal and practical domestic support to people living in our local community. We support individuals from the age of 18 who, for various reasons, are unable to manage some aspects of their daily lives or access the community. We currently provide services in Woodbridge, Ipswich and surrounding areas.
We have both part time and full-time positions available on a shift basis to include 7am-11am, 7am-12pm or 5pm-10pm. You can choose to work just mornings or evenings if you prefer or a combination, all roles will include working alternate weekends. Additional hours may also be worked on a zero hour basis should you wish.
Due to the nature of our services a full clean driving license with business class 1 insurance and access to a vehicle is essential.
For our contracted positions a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role is required. You will receive excellent support to ensure that you are happy and confident in the role. This is what some of our carers have said when we asked them why they like working for St Elizabeth Care Agency:
‘The support and care we put in place for individuals in the community is fantastic’
‘Flexibility that suits my life and my other commitments.’
‘I really like that the money made by the care agency goes to help fund the hospice.’
‘Very approachable office/ managerial staff. Flexible working. Good length of client appointments to get things done. Varied tasks.’
‘To work in a supportive team where I feel valued. Knowing that I contribute to making a positive difference in people’s lives, not only to our clients but also to the individuals and families that receive support from the Hospice’
Benefits for our Home Carers:
How To Apply
For an application pack or further information, please email: [email protected] or telephone: 01473 707900
All profits made by the agency are donated to the Hospice to further its work to improve life for people living with a progressive illness.
Closing date: 1pm, 2 February 2025.
About The Team
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To apply , please follow the application process detailed above.
This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form.
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- St Elizabeth Care Agency, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 8LX
- £12.51 - £15.14 per hour
- Full time*
- Various contracts available
- Reference: 0974
- Required as soon as possible
- Female Home Carers Required – Various contracts available starting from 16 hours per week – full time.
Our team are proud to deliver ‘outstanding’ (as rated by the Care Quality Commission) personal and practical domestic support to people living in our local community. We support individuals from the age of 18 who, for various reasons, are unable to manage some aspects of their daily lives or access the community. We currently provide services in Woodbridge, Ipswich and surrounding areas.
We have both part time and full-time positions available on a shift basis to include 7am-11am, 7am-12pm or 5pm-10pm. You can choose to work just mornings or evenings if you prefer or a combination, all roles will include working alternate weekends. Additional hours may also be worked on a zero hour basis should you wish.
Due to the nature of our services a full clean driving license with business class 1 insurance and access to a vehicle is essential.
For our contracted positions a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role is required. You will receive excellent support to ensure that you are happy and confident in the role. This is what some of our carers have said when we asked them why they like working for St Elizabeth Care Agency:
‘The support and care we put in place for individuals in the community is fantastic’
‘Flexibility that suits my life and my other commitments.’
‘I really like that the money made by the care agency goes to help fund the hospice.’
‘Very approachable office/ managerial staff. Flexible working. Good length of client appointments to get things done. Varied tasks.’
‘To work in a supportive team where I feel valued. Knowing that I contribute to making a positive difference in people’s lives, not only to our clients but also to the individuals and families that receive support from the Hospice’
Benefits for our Home Carers:
- competitive salary ranging from £12.51 - £15.14 per hour
- paid mileage at 45p per mile
- a fulfilling and rewarding role making a difference every day
- full induction, paid training and ongoing support
- shadowing and client introductions
- free uniform, DBS, handbook and toolkit
- regular supervision, team meetings and 24/7 support
- access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- career progression including QCF and the Care Certificate
- eligibility for a Blue Light Card (which offers a wide range of discounts)
- refer a friend scheme worth £200 following successful completion of their probation period
- we offer new starters in the sector or individuals who have not worked in healthcare for the last two years a potential £750 bonus after three months of employment with us. This is with ‘The Kick Start for Care scheme’ * subject to criteria.
How To Apply
For an application pack or further information, please email: [email protected] or telephone: 01473 707900
- Please note that this role is open to females only due to the needs of the people you will be supporting. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
All profits made by the agency are donated to the Hospice to further its work to improve life for people living with a progressive illness.
Closing date: 1pm, 2 February 2025.
About The Team
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
To apply , please follow the application process detailed above.
This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form.
The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.
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