Agency carer jobs in United Kingdom

Looking FOR: Urgent Starts. Care Workers / Domiciliary Care workers Global Care Agency is looking for someone like you: enthusiastic, reliable and honest, helping to support Vulnerable adults and children in their own home and out in the community. If you have a caring nature and hardworking and would like the chance to make a difference to other peoples lives, this could be the job for you! Duties include: Assisting with personal hygiene-showering/bathing. Preparing meals Household support Companionship Supporting and accompanying social interaction in the community. Requirements Caring and kind CareGivers must be 18 years+ Previous experience in a care environment (desirable but not essential) Relevant qualifications such as NVQ in Health & Social Care are desirable (not essential) Good communication skills Ability to work as part of a team Applicants must have a desire to care for others and be compassionate and flexible Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract Salary: From £10.50 per hour

Possibility for experienced Waking Night Carer to take on 2 consecutive nights (consecutive per week, regular nights). We need to cover either Sunday & Monday ** These are fixed nights.** and they are strictly waking nights. There is the possibility for an occasional one or two extra shifts when covering for a colleague. And we would be happy for someone be flexible enough to cover extra day shifts. Please let us know your exact availability with your application. About this client/teenager He is 17 years old; he is a happy, affectionate and cheeky chap. He loves being with people, listening to music, being read to, getting foot massages. He also enjoys walks and loves nature. He has significant complex care and medical needs; he is reliant on his family and carers to meet all his needs and is supported by a dedicated team of carers and support workers providing 1:1 sometimes 2:1 24/7. He is autistic, non verbal, has a movement disorder and epilepsy which results in regular seizures, a PEG for medication and fluids but eats foods orally. He needs Catheterization and Peristeen Irrigation. It would be a bonus if you had experience in these already. He can walk with support but is also a wheelchair user. He lives with his loving and supportive family, who recognise that his team of carers support workers are instrumental in his overall development and well being. Overview of role: He requires an experienced waking night carer to join his team to assist with his bedtime routine and tend to all his needs throughout the night. This is an active night as you will need to keep a close eye on him, and following protocols if he has a seizure, supporting him with personal care, monitoring for any signs of distress, and In the mornings administering his PEG feed and medications. You will help sooth him when needed, making sure he is comfortable, and he can get as much rest as possible. All activity throughout the night is to be accurately documented. Additional shifts available to cover leave etc. To attend staff meetings & supervision. To participate in training as required. To arrive in plenty of time to begin shift, read the handover notes and to receive information in handover from the staff team regarding the day’s events. Keep his environment clean and tidy. Help to fold and tidy away his laundry. You may have to attend holidays with the young person, which is usually for 1 week in the summer and support him during occasional long weekends away mostly with his family. Who this job would suit: A happy, positive, and calm Waking Night Carer with excellent hands-on complex care experience and highly desirable to have autism / special needs experience. You will be dedicated and committed and behave in a professional manner. Non-smoker only (non-vaper). What’s great about this job: The young person is a generally happy and cheerful – he is an absolute pleasure to work with and support. Excellent person-centred training is provided in all aspects of his care and medical needs and behaviour management. A fantastic opportunity to upskill. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV, short relevant cover letter as well as 2 relevant recent references and recent DBS. Job Types: Part-time, Self- employed or employed full time by a care agency. Wage/Salary:**During training and 6 months probation £15 per hour which rises to £16 per hour after the probation.** **Driver Essential? no** **Essential: Experience supporting a client with complex care needs, experienced waking night carer and excellent communication and writing skills. DBS essential. Strong interest in Disability and Autism.** Desirable: NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care, or related degree or in process of studying for a related degree. ractical experience of catheterization and PEG, First Aid and waking nights. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Sunday & Monday 8.30pm to 8.30am. Students of a related field are welcome. Please indicate in your application what is your availability. Either contract with agency or self-employed with UTR number (proof of self-employed carer / Support worker). Please when applying - let us know within if you have experience and why you are applying for this role. We might then send you an email address to forward your cover letter and CV. We hope to hear from you. Thank you.

We values our care giving staff. We encourage and promote positive work ethics to enhance our service users everyday life. With successfully marching our service users with the right care givers. To archive this goal we place great value on all successful applicants to meet our specific job requirements. Please do not apply for this position if you do not have or meet our requirements. Job Description: We are seeking a care / support worker in North London. For a part time position.1 to 12 hours per week (temporary) Must have minimum 1 year care service experience working United Kingdom . Will be subject to DBS check before commencing to work with our company. Unless you already have on-line DBS check service Key Responsibilities: Assist with personal care. Help with meals. Support with community activities. Monitor and report daily Maintain and update daily progress database.

We are looking for a support worker / Carer to join the team around a 17 year old severely autistic & epileptic teenager with additional health needs. He lives at home with his loving family. He has 24 hour 1:1 support and for some activities 2:1 (like visiting the pool, special needs bike club, visiting the park or visiting shops and cafes). About the Teen: He is a friendly, non verbal, very autistic boy with severe epilepsy, a movement disorder and additional health needs. he is non verbal and can walk only with support. He needs help with all elements of his daily life. He does like to be active (but not in an athletic way) and he loves to be entertained. But he also often also needs a lot of care as he can have seizures which lead to him needing to spend time in hospital. His team of support workers / carers help him with his daily life & routine which includes supporting and facilitating access to activities and community, help him with learning more self help skills and communication, all of his personal care, help with his laundry and keep his environment clean & tidy. About you: This job will suit someone with good experience supporting a young person with disability and autism and has a real interest in disability and autism. You are not afraid to learn care elements like catheterisation and dealing with PEG and Peristeen (ideally you have experience already and other elements of care - otherwise we train you). But this is not just about care but also very much about support and we would like to find someone who can be active, fun and shows initiative. You need to be following the behaviour plan which would explain to you. This could potentially suit a student of a related field as a part time position (but a full time position is also available). You need to be able to swim - this is important to him. Ideally you are a non-smoker / non vaper. You are open to work some weekends and some bank holidays (shared with the team) Both day and night shifts are available and we would prefer applicants who are open to both day and night shifts. Ideally you would be willing to commit for a minimum of 12 months or more. This is a job that could be very fulfilling and is well paid but it is also complex and would be difficult for someone who has no experience with disability. Please read this full ad before we discuss the position further. What’s great about this job: Fantastic training opportunities, with a thorough handover, from long-standing members of staff who know the young person and his family very well. You will be provided with regular training on his health and care needs which include seizure management, catheterisation and peg management and behavioural support. Regular team meetings with the ABA Consultant. Flexibility around days worked to accommodate studies or other commitments. About the Job: Hourly rate £15 p/h and which rises to £16 after 6 months of probation. Part time position - minimum of 24 hours +. (unfortunately 20 hours is not enough for this position). Full time position 35 hours +. Indicate if you are interested in Full time or Part time when you contact us. This position could be on a freelance basis with a UTR number (if you are part time and also if you are a student) otherwise there could be a full time contract with a care agency that supports the teenager. (we can not offer a Sponsorship Visa). If interested: If you are interested please apply and already initially let us know why you would be suitable. We get so many applications please help to make it easier and explain why you applied. We will then let you know where to send your CV and a relevant cover letter explaining your interest and suitability (a few sentences might be enough to get the point across (ideally written by you and not AI). Later on we will need 2 relevant recent references and a valid DBS. We will arrange a face to face interview or a video call (initially) after receiving your CV and relevant cover letter if we feel that you would be a good match for this position. We look forward to hearing from you.

JOB PURPOSE: • To deliver a high-quality service for semi-independent accommodation and support to young people aged 16 plus who are preparing to leave the care of the local authorities. • To support young people to develop independent living skills through keywork, goal setting and outcome focused activities. • Working with young people with varying emotional and behavioural needs. • Responsible for promoting a positive, safe and homely environment for all young people within the care of Eleven D’s. • To act as a role model to all young people placed at Eleven D’s. • Ensure all records and daily logs are completed and maintained fully up to date. • To work in accordance with Eleven D’s Mission statement, values, policies and procedures. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Managing young people living in semi-independent accommodation. • Responsible for structuring key work sessions consistent with an independent placement agreement (IPA) and ant care / support plans. • Develop a structured programme of key work sessions based upon the young person’s individual support needs and focused on developing their self-confidence, resilience and self-esteem and independence. • Complete full induction of new residents and support the young person in settling within the community and accessing local resources. • Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of each young person and that safeguarding procedures are followed throughout their care at Eleven D’s. • Maintain the confidentiality of young people and report any concerns regarding the young person’s welfare, missing episodes etc to your line manager once the Emergency Duty Team (EDT) and police have been contacted if needs be. • Assist the young person to engage with everyday living and develop skills where necessary by supporting their identified needs. • Provide support to young people with budgeting money, grocery shopping and administer a weekly subsistence allowance. 1 • Encourage and support young people in accessing education, employment or training as well as supporting them with the application process. • Encourage the young person to engage and take part in positive activities within the community, building on relationships and developing social networks. • Maintain accurate records, files, log keeping and all other required paperwork and administrative requirements. • Maintain petty cash and receipts for each expenditure. • To maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the Home, reporting all repair issues and ensuring the environment is always welcoming for the young people. • You will be responsible to carry out daily / weekly Health and Safety checks within the building. You must record and report any repair work or damage to the property to ensure it is kept to a high standard. • Promote safe, consistent and understandable boundaries with young people in conjunction with a 'Young Person’s Agreement’, Support Plan and House Rules. • Prepare detailed high-quality monthly progress reports regarding each young person’s progress which is submitted to the placing authority within deadlines. • Work in partnership with social workers other agencies and to encourage and support the young people to attend meetings with other professionals. • Attend admission and planning meetings, and attend Looked after Children Reviews ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed. • Mandatory attendance and participation in team meetings and training sessions as and when required. • Mandatory attendance and participation in structured supervision sessions at least once a month.

Working Hours - Part Time or Full Time Hours vary between carers but should include some weekend or early evening availability as clients need support from 7am - 9pm - 7 days a week. Astor Care is looking for kind, caring people to join our friendly team. No experience or qualifications necessary - full, paid training provided prior to seeing clients. In order to be considered for this job you must: live in Guildford or the surrounding area be able to drive and have your own car in case you have to take clients to appointments or out shopping. We pay petrol allowance at 40ppm between clients. have right to work in the UK status - we do not employ candidates who require sponsorship or wish to switch or split their sponsorship. We pay competitively (£12.45 - £15.20.ph) plus holiday pay and extra for bank holidays - up to £21.90. Duties vary between clients but may include: Helping with washing, dressing, personal care, Tidying the house, Shopping Prompting medication. Companionship and social visits out and about Astor Care and Nursing Agency have been providing care and support to clients and their families for over 30 years. We are a friendly, family run company providing homecare in the Guildford and Woking area. We have an excellent location reputation and a rating of GOOD in all areas from the CQC. It is appreciated, worthwhile, flexible and can fit in with your other commitments. Job Type: Part-time Pay: £12.45-£15.20 per hour Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme

1. Provide information and support to enable people, groups and communities to access universal services, commission a range of services designed to minimise risks, and improve the quality of life for individuals, families, carers/carer groups and communities. Demonstrate critical awareness of current issues and evidence based best practice. 2. Balance needs and risks with rights and choices, taking account of power differences and promoting positive outcomes for individuals, families and carers. 3. Liaise with colleagues in own and other departments and external agencies in order to gather information relevant to assessment and reviewing of care planning activities. 4. Accurately record and critically analyse information, following organisational policies and meet organisational responsibilities for safeguarding. 5. Undertake statutory duties relating to safeguarding concerns. 6. Work across organisational boundaries and contribute to the work of established and developing multi agency teams, applying your skills, knowledge and professional judgement within the council and agency requirements helping to ensure seamless service responses to individuals with multiple needs. 7. Undertake social work with families in order to reduce the need for care or accommodation and a range of community care and safeguarding assessments in accordance with relevant statutory requirements, identifying risks and appropriate support plans. 8. Maintain and update case notes and other records, prepare statements or reports for, attend and give evidence in court in care proceedings, private law cases and adoption proceedings as appropriate. 9. When required give evidence in Court in relation to Care Proceedings or other Court related matters. 10. Developed expertise in one or more areas of practice, and familiar with local resources and be recognised by peers as a source of reliable knowledge and advice. 11. Work independently and demonstrate an ability to adapt their approach to more complex cases. 12. Balance needs and risks with rights and choices, taking account of power differences and promoting positive outcomes for individuals, families and carers. 13. Provide an oversight of cases and give clear directions and supportive actions within appropriate timescales to members of staff within the team.

Main Purpose of Job: Right Choice Housing project aims to house and support the venerable and those with supportive needs, who may struggle with substance abuse, budgeting and re–offending and mental health. To support people with substance misuse, learning difficulties, offending issues, mental health. This job involves providing support by following the below responsibilities to ensure the quality of support provided to service users meets required standards. Hours of Work: This role will require flexibility to work on a rota-based system covering evenings and weekends, this is a zero-hour contract, you are required to do your induction on a voluntary basis. Responsible to: Reports to: Senior Support Worker Responsible for: Supporting Service Users, Following Right Choice Housing strict policy and procedures. Main Tasks of Job: 1. Look over the referrals folder and make sure it is up to date, if there are any vacancies please inform the relevant agencies, i.e. probation, and anybody else you have liaised with 2. Collect mail, record, make sure it is given out to residents as soon as possible. 3. Answer phone accordingly and take appropriate actions or record messages as necessary. 4. Admit emergency referrals, when appropriate, complete all related forms adhering to procedures. 5. Ensure new service users are aware of who their support worker will be and make sure they are aware of their responsibilities as a RCH tenant, health, safety and fire procedure. 6. Monitor and update the service users personal support plan in consultation with them. 7. Assist service users in their resettlement during their move-on from the hostel. 8. Offer advice and guidance to service users. 9. Compile reports as necessary and as required and with your manager. 10. Collect residents service charges, make a record of this and issue receipts. 11. Conduct regular inspections of all communal areas, outside areas and service users’ room as procedure. 12. Carry out minor repairs

The Role: The Support Worker increases the independence and skills of young people, promoting engagement with education and employment through flexible person centered outcome focused support The role holder helps young people to avoid eviction and repeat homelessness. They also develop the capacity of young people to be able to move on to either less intensive housing related support services or more permanent, independent, accommodation at the earliest appropriate opportunity The role will involve working closely with community mental health teams, social and private landlords, the police, probation, Youth Offending Teams , the courts, the Department of Work and Pensions, the voluntary sector, local housing authorities, education and training agencies and children’s/adult social care. The post holder will work within the Psychological Informed Environments Framework and ensure all clients can make sustained changes to their lives. Equal Opportunities All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Team Leaders are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. Essential Requirements The ideal Young Persons Support Worker will: Meet young peoples wishes. An understanding of the needs and issues of homeless, vulnerable young people. Knowledge of Homelessness legislation, and welfare benefits/welfare reform Knowledge of Safeguarding for Children and Adults. Experience of problem solving and handling difficult situations, using initiative. Experience of risk management, needs led assessment and support planning Knowledge of diversity and inclusion. Skilled at IT including excel, power point, publisher, word, face book and other forms of social media. Supporting and motivating young people into Employment, Training, and Education and maintain their accommodation to prevent eviction. Able to work shifts including evenings, weekends, sleeping nights, waking nights and able to change hours if required. Prepared to work across other services in the cluster if required Able to stay on in an emergency. Working from the guidelines from the 1989 Children’s Act, National Minimum Standards, Every Child Matters and any other relevant legislation. To provide a caring, supportive and nurturing environment in which children/young people can feel secure and free from harm. Establishing positive relationships with young people and always offering them unconditional and positive regard. Helping young people gain self control by challenging unacceptable behaviour and rewarding acceptable, pro-social conduct. Ensuring that each young person’s Support plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs Attending to practical matters in relation to childcare (cooking, cleaning, general maintenance around the home etc) To act as a key worker or co worker for a young person to ensure that the young person’s Support plans are up to date and that all their support needs are being met. Providing advice, assistance and support on a 1:1 basis to enable young people to address past and present difficulties Providing emotional support at times of difficulty or stress. Facilitate group work and group discussion where needed. About You You will be experienced, skilled and enthusiastic in working with young people. You will be used to working in a fast-paced environment. You will be passionate about working with Young People You will be person centred at all times and ensure empowerment is at the heart of everything you do. You will strive for excellence in all you do. You will be innovative in your approach to working with young people. You will be able to keep accurate records and providing written reports on young people for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager. To work as part of a team · Being aware of the aims and objectives of the home and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them · Attending team/ staff meetings and making a positive contribution to them · Actively contributing to the development of the team · Receiving and storing information to improve communication · Being willing to give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers · Providing informal practical and emotional support to colleagues experiencing difficulties · Attending and contributing to regular supervision sessions in line with the National Minimum Standards · Monitoring the conduct of colleagues and referring on any causes for concern (Whistleblowing) · Being familiar with all policies and procedures and adhering to them General Responsibilities · Attending young people’s meetings and contributing to them · Driving company vehicles (current driving licence holders subject to procedures) · Receiving training appropriate to the role and maintaining an up to date training profile · Responsibility for the accurate maintenance of financial records appropriate to the duties of the post · Responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and colleagues in accordance with the requirements of the organisational Health and Safety Policies · Maintaining the upkeep of the house through general cleaning of communal areas. · Cooking nutritiously balanced meals each time you are on shift for the young people. Qualifications: · NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (working with young people) or equivalent. Special Conditions · This post requires the holder to do varying shifts. · The post holder also is required to work weekends as part of a rota and Bank Holidays when required. Sleeping-in duties are also required for which an additional payment is made. · On occasions you may be requested to change your rota at a given notice as per your contract, to ensure the contingencies of the service are covered. This may also include covering an additional sleep-in duty as an emergency measure. · In accordance with the guidelines on Health and Safety, to accept responsibility for working within these guidelines and reporting any concerns to the Manager. · To undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade of the post and the needs of the Home such as decorating, gardening in order to develop and maintain service delivery. · This post requires the holder to have a Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check at all times Changes to personal circumstances which may effect you remaining in the role.

The Care Coordinator will work as part of the care management team and will manage a caseload of clients under the supervision of the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth delivery of their care packages. The Care Coordinator will liaise with clients, their families or representatives, and community services in order to provide effective and well-managed care. They will be part of setting the high standard of care that we expect across the Company and will support care workers in their role. The Care Coordinator will be working closely with the Registered Manager and two other Care Coordinators. You will need to communicate effectively with your colleagues to ensure that all duties are completed accurately and efficiently. Job description Job Title: Care Coordinator Reports to: Registered Manager Duties and responsibilities Maintain full and complete knowledge of the clients: their care needs; care plans; assessments; schedule of care; regular carers. Maintain up to date care plans, risk assessments and client details. Attend meetings with clients, their families and/or representatives as required. Coordinate with local community teams (e.g. GPs, District Nurses, OTs) to support a holistic approach to care. Provide care, when required, to the standards expected of the Company. Quality assurance in the workplace. Care workers Support care workers in their role as required. Share in the mentoring responsibilities of new care workers. Assist with the training and supervision of care workers. Administrative Respond to emails in an effective and timely manner. Competency on Malinko scheduling software (our client management software – training provided). Competency on the Oncare (our digital care records software – training provided). Record phone calls on the phone log. Have full knowledge and understanding of the Company policies and procedures. Attend staff meetings and mandatory training Support the Registered Manager with ad hoc duties as required. Share the out of hour’s on-call duties (additional remuneration provided). Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to £13.50 per hour Benefits: Company pension Referral programme Work from home Work days: Monday to Friday

Nursery Manager Full time, on-site £33,000 - £35,000 per annum starting salary before bonuses, ideal start date 25th November, open to discussion. We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Manager to join and lead our friendly team in Swanley at our brand-new setting. The nursery has been running for 26 years, recently relocating to a bespoke building in Swanley Park. As a Nursery Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the nursery operations and compliance, leading with exceptional people, commercial and educational standards. This is a role where your knowledge of nursery education and expertise, customer service and people development combine to create an environment for children to thrive! Dawn to Dusk Day Nursery is a home from home nursery looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and motivational Nursery Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a happy nursery where we focus on encouraging children to be children, learning through fun and engaging play. You will be working with a dedicated team in a caring, family friendly and stimulating environment. The Nursery Manager works closely with the Director whilst also being expected to work autonomously in relation to everyday management responsibilities. The role requires the confidence to make decisions considering the reputation and financial aspects of the business whilst balancing a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families. You will have a fantastic team to support you in your role as Manager, including a Full Time Assistant Manager, Part Time Office Manager/Administrator and Full Time SENCO, all supernumerary to ratios. Expectations from a successful candidate: · The ability to provide operational management of the nursery facilities and staff, to ensure a high quality, balanced provision of good practice education and care is delivered at all times. · Responsible for adherence to policies and procedures. · Ensure that the CPD, training, support, mentoring and supervision of the staff team inspires and leads ambitious practice. Good HR skills needs to make sure the team thrives. · To create a welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child. · To promote a successful and profitable business. · Engage with the local community and marketing the nursery to reach maximum occupancy whilst providing excellent customer care. Qualifications and experience required: A full and relevant level 3 qualification, higher or QTS. DBS enhanced disclosure within the child workforce sector Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate Safeguarding training and qualification Nursery Management: 3 years (preferred) Childcare: 5 years (preferred) Right to work in the UK Nursery Management: 3 years (preferred) Childcare: 5 years (preferred) Right to work in the UK 51 weeks a year full time, 40 hours per week with the ability to be flexible to ensure tasks are completed. Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Management of the nursery and staff, and the overall care and education for the children in the setting. Conducting meetings with staff members and ensuring effective staff deployment. Assume responsibility for the daily operation of the nursery with agreed plans and budgets and that the nursery target occupancy levels are met. Financial management: income and expenditure, and occupancy, alongside our Office Manager. Thorough management of staff, supporting the care and education of the children in the nursery within a key person structure, promoting good practice and being a role model for other staff and children. Overall management, planning, and development of the nursery in close contact with the Director. Identify training requirements for team members, liaising with the Assistant Manager to ensure delivery and evaluate effectiveness. Handle people management in collaboration with the Assistant Manager and/or Director, including recruitment, induction, performance reviews, disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management. Communicate effectively with staff, parents/carers, and external agencies, demonstrating excellent customer service skills. Complete relevant paperwork and records to required standards and deadlines. Ensure the safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare of the children, including responsibility for child protection issues in liaison with appropriate agencies. Maintain adequate staffing levels in line with statutory ratio requirements, including arranging staff cover and rotas. Promote and apply equal opportunities policy throughout the nursery. Benefits Include: 31 days off, 20 bookable. Birthday off. Discounted Childcare. Christmas Bonus. Performance related Bonus. Social Events. Free Parking. Free drinks and access to nursery lunches. Attendance bonus. Training opportunities. Company Pension.

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We seeking for immediate start Care Coordinator who can do, care plans Rota allocations work effectively with carers and multiagency work effectively with management to achieve targets