Care Support Worker

Zinnia Care are currently recruiting for Domiciliary Care Workers in the Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire area.

Looking after people in their own homes, you will need a caring, friendly approach and this is a very rewarding if would like to make a difference to people's lives.
We have a number of positions available both part time and full time hours on a permanent basis. The position also offers flexible hours and we can accommodate you if you are looking to work weekends or nights.

The ideal candidate will be able to drive and have their own transport as the role will require candidates to attend service users in their home in the local area to provide, personal care, give medication and allow users to continue living independently.If you are an experienced Care Worker or looking to get into the Care Sector our client is offering full training along paid mileage and qualifications with the opportunity to develop.

To apply for the role you must have a full clean UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.

We are looking to recruit in the following areas:

Hertfordshire:

-Hemel Hempstead
-Berkhempstead
-Tring

Bedfordshire:

-Dunstable
-St Albans

Zinnia Care is a leading provider in home care, providing a range of services that help individuals to maintain their independence in their own home for over 8 years.
Experience is not essential as full training will be provided.

We'd love to hear from people who want to begin or continue their career in care, as we offer an interactive induction, care coaching as well as further training. This will work towards your NVQ in Health and Social Care.The duties of care will vary from person to person but may include

-Personal care
-Daily living tasks
-Shopping
-Preparing meals and other associated tasks within the client’s home.

We expect our carers to provide a high standard of care to all our clients at all times.
We pay higher than industry average pay with employee benefits and full training given. Zinnia Care Care Workers enjoy excellent pay rates, with flexible hours and great career opportunities in a friendly and supportive organization. We have various shifts available, for full and part time across 7 days; with a requirement of weekend work. The successful candidate will be:

-An exceptional carer with high levels of compassion
-Caring and sensitive to the needs of others
-Ability to work on your own initiative
-self-motivated
-organised with good communication skills
-Good written and spoken English
-Reliable and trustworthy
-Able to work under pressure
-Experience not essential
-Enhanced DBS check required(Must be willing to pay £57.00 for DBS)
-ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS
-CANDIDATE MUST BE A CAR DRIVER WITH FULL DRIVING LICENCE AND ACCESS TO YOUR OWN VEHICLE FOR THIS ROLE

What we offer:

-Excellent rates of pay
-Paid holiday (pro-rata)
-Free induction and training
-Ongoing training, development and supervision
-Free NVQ 2 and 3 training
-Flexible working hours
-Regular clients
-EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROMOTION

Monday to Friday - £8.00 per hour
Saturday and Sunday - £9.00 per hour
Bank Holiday - £16.00 per hour

If you would like the rewarding opportunity to help our service users stay independent in their own homes please apply. We will give you in depth training to equip you with the skills you need for this career!

This position is subject to an enhanced DISCLOSURE BARRING SERVICE CHECK, successful references and the correct right to work entitlement.If you are interested in having a rewarding career that makes a positive difference to people’s lives, apply online now or phone 01442 234780.

Successful candidates would be subject to an enhanced DBS check.We are an equal opportunities employer

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £9.00 /hour