Care Workers Required

We are looking to recruit Care Workers to our small but friendly Care organisation based in the Renfrewshire area. We work in Johnstone; Linwood; Elderslie; Bridge of Weir; and surrounding areas. The people we work with are Adults 16+ and we are looking to expand our team with enthusiastic, caring and dedicated people.

We would welcome applications from experienced carers within the LD and neuro diversity skill areas to work alongside our existing service users and engage with new people coming to our service. Applicants should have access to their own car. Shifts are 5/7 with a weekend on/off pattern. Posts can be part or full time

We also would welcome applications from experienced and those with no experience to work alongside our Adults in their own homes who required assistance with all aspects of their care including PC, medication, moving and assisting. All applicants should have access to their own car. Shifts patterns are early/back and are 5/7 with a weekend on/off pattern. Posts can be part or full time

As a team member with Kerr Home Care we expect

• High standards of support to our all our Service Users
• A supportive; respectful, compassionate and caring approach
• Interactions that build strong relationships with our Service Users, their families and other supporting professionals
• Encouragement and support toward our service users to assist them to live as independently as possible
• Both personal care and participation in activities are key tasks for the roles, so energy and initiative is vital
• You should have excellent communication skills and be flexible and empathetic.

For all roles, Induction and full training will be given, following successful completion of probationary period further training and development opportunities will be available, including SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 6

Benefits available to you as a Team Member at Kerr Home Care:

• A generous salary of £24,741/ £12.20 per hour (pro rata for under 39 hours)
• Personal mileage paid for travel between service users homes
• We offer a fully funded SVQ programme
• You will work on a 5 days/ 7days rolling rota, with alternate weekends off.
• 28 days holidays per year,
• Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
• company contribution pension scheme.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Medical Cover
• Working with us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts