Job Description

Care is Central is seeking likeminded individuals who are compassionate, caring and dedicated to caring for others the same way we are,

We are looking for individuals who can provide empathetic and person-centred care to join our brand-new Short Stay Service, Camellia Court in Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

The scheme is part of our brand-new care village, Red Kite Meadows, and is due to open in March 2026. As such we are now hiring our brand-new team of care staff with time to train them, familiarise them with the building and get to know them before we launch.

Camellia Court is a Short Stay Service this service consists of 8 bedrooms, at Camellia Court we are committed to supporting individuals with both physical and learning difficulties. Care is Central are the on-site care team, providing care and support to a range of people living in the scheme. This role is focused on maintaining people's independence and promoting dignity, choice, and empowerment at all points of care delivery.

You will be joining a supportive team, led by hands-on management who will provide you with a comprehensive training programme.

Join us on our mission to serve the people of Central Bedfordshire by helping them, treating them well, and providing the best possible care and support.

We are looking for full time, part time and bank Support Workers to join us.

Main Duties of a Support Worker

To maintain positive working relationships with those in our care and to ensure their needs, wishes and preferences are met and adhered to at all times during care delivery.

To assist individuals with a range of activities of daily living including bathing, showering, intimate personal care, oral care, moving and handling, hoisting, transferring, uses mobility aids and equipment, the preparation of food and drinks, administration of medication, management of medication including the stock management, re-ordering and collection of medication, domestic tasks around the home and other duties as required.

To provide care and support in a way that promotes independence, choice and control and maximises positive outcomes for individuals.

To be flexible and responsive to the changing needs of those we support and be able to adapt quickly to changing circumstance

To ensure individuals are supported in managing their physical and emotional wellbeing and meeting their health care needs.

To ensure that clients receive prompt medical attention for physical or mental health concerns and regularly promote regular health care checks and effective management of long-term health conditions.

To follow individual care plans, ensuring that all needs are met according to established guidelines and to regularly feedback to the Team Leader when updates are required.

Being resilient, attentive, and ensuring our service users are treated with the dignity and care they deserve

Maintain a clean, safe and homely environment for our residents, ensuring that all equipment is used properly and safely

Requirements:

As a values-based employer, we do not need you to have previous experience in a professional caring role, though it would be beneficial, as would any personal experience you may have provided care for others.

What is important to us is that you share our values, have a passion for helping others, can work positively within a team (even when things aren't easy!) and bring joy and laughter to the role, both with those we support and those we work with.

We do also need you to:

Be eligible to work in the UK (Please note we do not offer Sponsorship)

Have strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written

A caring nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.

Undertake an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by us)

What We Can Offer You:

A supportive, positive and proactive workplace that cares about people and values treating them well

Competitive pay rate of 12.50 per hour

An employee assistance and wellbeing support service to help in times of need.

Multiple platforms to access high street discounts and offer schemes, including a Blue Light Card.

Company Sick Pay (Terms Apply)

28 days statutory annual leave

Plus, an additional 5 day's contractual annual leave

PLUS, Your Birthday off as paid discretionary leave

Paid induction training, including gaining a recognised Care Certificate

Opportunity to obtain NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Health & Social Care on completion of probation to enhance career development.

Double pay on Christmas day/Boxing Day/New Year's Day

Free uniform & DBS checks

Enrolment in the company pension scheme (But you can opt out if you wish)

Plus other employee benefits

Application Process:

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click the apply button and submit a CV which we consider to be your expression of interest. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you to discuss the role, arrange an interview and send a link to an application form to you. If you relish in meeting new people, caring for others and would like to work for a company that supports and celebrates our hard-working staff, then please apply.

Please Note: Applications are reviewed as received and we may close this position upon finding a suitable candidate. We are not able to contact or provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

To Find Out More About the Role:

If you wish to find out more about this role, please email Hollie Wiseman at hrsupport@careiscentral.org.uk

To Find Out More About Care is Central:

To find out more about Care is Central and our vision to be the leading provider of adult social care services in Central Bedfordshire, please visit our website: www.careiscentral.org.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person