Job Description

At GoodOaks, we're proud of the professional yet personal care and support GoodOaks provide. We are delighted to provide our Social Circles service to clients in the

Poole

area. We are an award-winning home care company, we strive to be the go-to provider of quality care by valuing, developing, and rewarding the dedicated individuals who work with us.

We're looking for a Companionship and Activity Host to join our Poole team. Based out of your own home, you'll provide meaningful, person-centred care and attention for up to four older people keen to be sociable and find companionship. Your compassionate work will provide a welcoming environment for our clients, person led activities and a delicious lunch.

What will you do?

Care for a maximum of 4 older clients in your own home on hosting days.

Collect and return to your clients at the start and end of the day.

Offer a nutritious, home-cooked hot lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

Provide a safe and engaging environment to help support our clients wellbeing.

Create meaningful interactions that stimulate mental and social engagement.

Who are you?

Previous care experience isn't essential but you can demonstrate skills and qualities for the role.

You're empathetic, and able to read and respond to the emotional needs of older people.

You gain great satisfaction from delivering engagement and care to people.

You're an excellent listener with the ability to relate to people from various backgrounds.

Always bringing a positive and flexible attitude to the role.

A full driving licence, access to a 5-door car, and the ability to transport clients.

You're willing to undertake a DBS check to work with vulnerable adults

Your home must have easy ground-floor access, a downstairs toilet, and minimal steps.

What do we offer?

Part time working one to three days per week whilst 'hosting' from 10am - 2pm

110 per day plus food and activity costs up to 11 per person

All expenses covered including mileage at 35p a mile

Direct and ongoing leadership support both in-person and remotely

Fully supported risk assessments, health and safety and activity guidance

Paid DBS check, training will be provided and ongoing development

Blue Light Card discount Scheme

If you'd like to work for a company that values and develops your career while doing a rewarding, life-affirming job, click the apply button below!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 110.00 per day

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Free or subsidised travel Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you drive and have access to a five door vehicle?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Remote