Job Description

Join the SCS Homecare Ltd Team!

SCS Homecare Ltd is expanding, and we are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and motivated individuals to join our team as Domiciliary Carers / Homecare Assistants.

If you have a passion for helping others and want to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you!

Role: Domiciliary Carer / Homecare Assistant

Role Overview

In this rewarding role, you will visit clients in their own homes to provide essential support that helps them maintain independence, dignity, and wellbeing.

You will deliver person-centred care in line with best practice and regulatory standards under the direction of senior staff.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Living Support

Domestic and Meal Preparation
Preparing nutritious meals, assisting with cooking, and supporting clients with planning and managing their diet.

Medication Support
Prompting or assisting clients with taking prescribed medication according to their care plans.

Personal Care
Supporting clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and maintaining overall hygiene--always ensuring dignity and respect.

Community-Based Support & Companionship
Offering social interaction, monitoring wellbeing, and helping clients remain engaged and independent within their community.

Role Details

Job Title: Domiciliary Carer Reports To: Senior Carer / Care Coordinator / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager Location: Based at the service premises; travel to other locations may be required with notice. Working Hours: 3-5 days over a 7-day period with varied shift patterns. Driving Requirement: A full driving licence is essential for travelling between client postcode locations.
Duties & Expectations

Service User-Focused Care

Ensure service users are central to all care delivery. Follow care plans and report any changes in needs. Promote and safeguard the wellbeing of clients. Support individuals to maintain relationships and community connections.
Working With Others

Build positive working relationships with colleagues and external professionals. Maintain communication with families and those important to the service user (where appropriate).
Professional Conduct

Act as a role model and ambassador for the service. Engage in ongoing training and personal development. Understand and follow CQC regulations and organisational policies.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good written and spoken English Full driving licence
Desirable

RQF qualifications in Health & Social Care
Skills

Communication: Build rapport and communicate effectively with service users, families, colleagues, and professionals. Problem-Solving: Adapt quickly and respond confidently to changing situations. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate care records. Leadership (Desirable): Support and orientate new staff.
Experience

Essential:

Previous care experience
Desirable:

Experience in domiciliary care Experience supporting people with additional needs
Values & Personal Qualities

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

Compassion - showing kindness, empathy, and respect Teamwork - involving service users, families, agencies, and colleagues Integrity - speaking up and doing what's right Respect & Dignity - valuing people as individuals and promoting independence Commitment to Quality - focusing on improvement and positive outcomes Inclusivity - ensuring no one is excluded or discriminated against
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Important Information

Please note:

This position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK will be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 1 month

Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SCS2021