Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Care Worker for

Sterling Nova Care Ltd

, you will provide essential

personal care

and

support

to adults in their own homes to help them maintain independence, dignity and quality of life. This role is ideal for individuals with compassion, reliability and a genuine desire to support others.

You will work in the community, travelling between clients, delivering high-quality, person-centred care in line with CQC standards and company policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Personal Care (Regulated Activity)

Assist with bathing, washing, showering and oral hygiene Support with dressing and undressing Assist with toileting, continence management, catheter/stoma support (where trained) Support with personal grooming and skincare Promote dignity, respect and choice at all times

2. Medication Support

Prompting or administering medication (if trained and signed off) Recording medication on MAR charts accurately Reporting medication errors or concerns immediately

3. Nutrition & Hydration

Prepare meals according to dietary needs Assist with feeding where required Encourage hydration and monitor intake Report concerns around weight, appetite or wellbeing

4. Mobility & Independence

Assist clients with standing, walking and transfers Use hoists, slide sheets and mobility aids safely (if trained) Support clients to maintain independence as much as possible Encourage participation in exercises and mobility plans

5. Domestic Support

Light cleaning, tidying and household tasks Laundry, bed making and changing Shopping and collecting prescriptions Assisting with household organisation

6. Social & Emotional Support

Provide companionship and build trusted relationships Support with social activities and community engagement Accompany clients to appointments Promote mental wellbeing and reduce loneliness

7. Record Keeping & Reporting

Complete daily visit notes accurately Record incidents, changes in condition, or concerns promptly Maintain confidentiality in line with GDPR Follow reporting lines for safeguarding or emergencies

8. Communication & Professional Conduct

Communicate clearly with clients, families and colleagues Attend meetings and training as required Represent Sterling Nova Care with professionalism at all times

REQUIREMENTS (ESSENTIAL)

Genuine desire to help people Good communication and listening skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliability, punctuality and professionalism Right to work in the UK Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain) Willingness to travel between clients Must be 18+

DESIRABLE

Experience in care (paid or unpaid) NVQ Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care Car driver with access to vehicle Experience working with vulnerable adults

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive pay rates Paid training and induction Free refresher training and support Mileage allowance Flexible working hours Career progression to Senior Carer, Coordinator or Manager 24/7 on-call support Pension, holiday pay and employee support
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.50-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 40 per week