Job Description

Our Registered Manager, Charlotte, was a paramedic for 20 years before founding Willows Home Care in 2016, driven by a passion to provide the kind of care she'd want for her own family. Unlike some of the larger care providers, we take a personal approach, ensuring both our clients and carers feel truly valued and supported.

Location:

Penwortham & Preston Area

Shifts:

Part-Time - 3 set weekday mornings + alternate weekends. You'll see the same clients each shift, so you'll build strong connections.

Hourly Pay:

13.25/hr (weekdays) 14.50/hr (weekends) Mileage contribution Paid travel time between visits (visits a within a 3-mile radius Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Why Join Us at Willows Home Care?

? A Supportive & Friendly Team - The majority of our care assistants have worked with us for over 3 years! We look after our employees, so they want to stay. We never promise anything we cannot deliver. We keep in touch through a group WhatsApp and regularly organise social evenings to build a strong and supportive community.

? Paid Travel Time - All care visits are within a 3-mile radius, meaning less time on the road and more time with clients.

? Rewarding & Meaningful Work - You'll support the same clients regularly, helping to build trusting relationships and deliver quality, person-centered care.

? Highly Rated Employer - We're proud of our excellent reviews on Google and Facebook, reflecting the positive impact we make on both our clients and staff.

What Our Carers Say:

"As a previous carer at willows, I thought I'd leave my own personal review, I left willows after 18mth only due to the fact of the commute as I live in Cleverley's I lasted 3 month and in that 3 month I tried 2 different care companies, my passion to care is , to promote independence, dignity and to just simply care for clients as I would care for my own loved ones. Moving on left me totally disheartened, frustrated and upset for the clients that wanted to FOLLOW ME on my journey back to WILLOWS where all my values and beliefs are honoured, and I am able to promote all my beliefs in how care should be delivered. Charlotte and the team are all I need to be happy..... Commute now is irrelevant to bring Job satisfaction and fulfilment. We need more Charlotte's and her team in the world of care."

- Mandy, Current Carer at Willows

Your Responsibilities:

?Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming ?Administer medications as prescribed ?Prepare meals and assist with feeding if needed ?Perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe environment ?Provide companionship and emotional support ?Monitor and report any changes in clients' health and well-being ?Follow individual care plans to ensure quality support ?Follow care plans and ensure all care provided meets the clients' individual needs

Requirements:

?A

caring and empathetic

nature with a genuine desire to help others
?A

valid driver's license & access to a reliable vehicle

(as this is a community-based role)
?

Excellent communication

and interpersonal skills
?Ability to work

independently and as part of a team

?

Flexibility

to work various shifts
?Must be

eligible to work in the UK

(we are

unable to offer Health and Care Worker Visas

)
?Previous care experience is

preferred but not required

- full training is provided!

Please note:

Section 7(2b) of the

Sex Discrimination Act 1975

applies, as there is a

genuine occupational requirement

for female staff for this vacancy.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.25-14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Do you have a valid driving license and reliable car as this role is community based? Are you available to work set days each week and alternate weekends? Can you tell me about any previous care experience you have? Why do you want to work for Willows Home Care?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Preston (Lancashire, North West Region) (preferred)
Work Location: On the road