Are paid by the hour, not by the job. £12.93 per hour, full time equivalent £23,597.31 per annum (based on working 35 hours per week) GOOD SALARY
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Rewarding career with the opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives.
Supportive team environment where strong relationships can be built with both residents and colleagues.
Flexible working hours with a Zero Hour Contract, allowing for work-life balance.
Competitive pay of £12.93 per hour and access to additional benefits such as Holiday Pay and Occupational Sick Pay.
Opportunities for professional development through the Extra Care Academy, paving the way for career advancement.
No travel between calls, as residents live independently in the same location, making daily routines simpler.
A strong organizational culture that values employees, highlighted by numerous awards and a commitment to staff support.
Housing 21 in Bristol is seeking Care Workers for a zero-hour contract, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of residents living in independent apartments within their care schemes. The role involves providing essential support with domestic tasks, personal care, and daily activities, all while building meaningful relationships with residents. No prior experience or qualifications are necessary; a positive attitude and a desire to help others are crucial.
Care Workers at Housing 21 are compensated at £12.93 per hour, alongside various benefits including holiday pay, sick pay, maternity pay, a health cash plan, and opportunities for career progression through their Extra Care Academy. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive work environment and encourages staff to develop their skills, potentially leading to management roles. If you are a friendly, reliable individual enthusiastic about enhancing residents' well-being, consider applying for this fulfilling position.
Care Workers at Housing 21 are compensated at £12.93 per hour, alongside various benefits including holiday pay, sick pay, maternity pay, a health cash plan, and opportunities for career progression through their Extra Care Academy. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive work environment and encourages staff to develop their skills, potentially leading to management roles. If you are a friendly, reliable individual enthusiastic about enhancing residents' well-being, consider applying for this fulfilling position.
Rewarding career with the opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives.
Supportive team environment where strong relationships can be built with both residents and colleagues.
Flexible working hours with a Zero Hour Contract, allowing for work-life balance.
Competitive pay of £12.93 per hour and access to additional benefits such as Holiday Pay and Occupational Sick Pay.
Opportunities for professional development through the Extra Care Academy, paving the way for career advancement.
No travel between calls, as residents live independently in the same location, making daily routines simpler.
A strong organizational culture that values employees, highlighted by numerous awards and a commitment to staff support.
The vacancy
Hours: Zero Hour Contract
Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and offers opportunities to develop, but dread the thought of a desk job?
Are you a people person who can strike up a conversation with anyone?
Do you want to finish work knowing you’ve made real a difference to someone’s life?
If this sounds like you – we’ve got the perfect match!
As a Care Worker with Housing 21 you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team as you work together to support our residents. Once you’re at work that’s it – no travelling between calls as residents live independently in their own apartments within our schemes, which also offer communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and hair salons for them to enjoy.
Working with familiar residents and colleagues every day, you’ll build strong relationships and feel part of the Extra Care family. We want to make sure you feel valued too and have developed our offer to set us apart from the wider care sector.
Our Care Workers
You don’t need experience or any qualifications to be a Care Worker; just a positive attitude and kind manner. In fact, if you have ever cared for a relative or friend, raised children, or helped a neighbour with shopping or gardening you have already displayed a lot of the skills we require!
We offer full training together with recognised qualifications and, if you want to take your career in care a step further, joining our Extra Care Academy can help you progress into a management role. Many of our Managers and Assistant Managers in Extra Care started out as Care Workers in our schemes.
All You Need Is
Everyone is different but what stays the same is our commitment to offering high standards of care to all our residents regardless of their care needs – enabling them to live their best lives.
Our Residents Tell Us How Important Our Care Workers Are To Them, Being a Friendly Face, Brightening Their Day And Helping To Make Life Worth Living By Doing The Simplest Of Things. Tasks Can Include
At Housing 21 we’re proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider; not only do we pay at least 10 percent more than the National Living Wage, but we offer a range of impressive benefits including:
Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
About Us
We know that great people make a great organisation, which is why we put people at the heart of everything we do. You are as valuable to us as our corporate employees, which is why we offer occupational sick pay, occupational maternity and paternity pay and benefits such as the Blue Light Card to all our Extra Care employees.
At Housing 21 we pride ourselves on being passionate about people and are committed to investing in those who work for us to help them to be the best they can be.
When you work for us, you will be joining an organisation that holds the Investors in People Platinum standard and was rated the UK’s third Best Place to Work in 2024 by Glassdoor. Our people are our foundation, and we know how important it is to support them to do what they do best, whether through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture. You shouldn’t have to choose between a career and care, and we want to support you to advance your career with us, which is why we have a dedicated learning pathway through our Extra Care Academy that could lead to future roles with salaries of £50,000! A career in care means you can make a difference and help our residents to live independently in their own homes.
We are incredibly proud of the culture we have created and celebrate the positive difference we make to society. If you think you’re ready for a new challenge and able to make a difference, then come and join us!
Benefits
Blue Light
Card
Discounted
Hours: Zero Hour Contract
Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and offers opportunities to develop, but dread the thought of a desk job?
Are you a people person who can strike up a conversation with anyone?
Do you want to finish work knowing you’ve made real a difference to someone’s life?
If this sounds like you – we’ve got the perfect match!
As a Care Worker with Housing 21 you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team as you work together to support our residents. Once you’re at work that’s it – no travelling between calls as residents live independently in their own apartments within our schemes, which also offer communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and hair salons for them to enjoy.
Working with familiar residents and colleagues every day, you’ll build strong relationships and feel part of the Extra Care family. We want to make sure you feel valued too and have developed our offer to set us apart from the wider care sector.
Our Care Workers
- Are paid by the hour, not by the job. £12.93 per hour, full time equivalent £23,597.31 per annum (based on working 35 hours per week)
- Receive benefits including Holiday Pay, Occupational Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and access to our Health Cash Plan*
- Will be supported to achieve relevant qualifications
- Can join our Extra Care Academy - support and training to progress into management
You don’t need experience or any qualifications to be a Care Worker; just a positive attitude and kind manner. In fact, if you have ever cared for a relative or friend, raised children, or helped a neighbour with shopping or gardening you have already displayed a lot of the skills we require!
We offer full training together with recognised qualifications and, if you want to take your career in care a step further, joining our Extra Care Academy can help you progress into a management role. Many of our Managers and Assistant Managers in Extra Care started out as Care Workers in our schemes.
All You Need Is
- To be kind and friendly
- Good written and verbal English communication skills
- Commitment to undertake necessary further training
- A genuine desire to help people
- Reliability and flexibility
- The ability to use your initiative
- To remain calm under pressure
Everyone is different but what stays the same is our commitment to offering high standards of care to all our residents regardless of their care needs – enabling them to live their best lives.
Our Residents Tell Us How Important Our Care Workers Are To Them, Being a Friendly Face, Brightening Their Day And Helping To Make Life Worth Living By Doing The Simplest Of Things. Tasks Can Include
- Supporting with household and domestic tasks, such as laundry, shopping, cleaning, and financial transactions such as paying bills.
- Making meals, drinks and snacks where necessary.
- Encouraging and enabling residents to follow agreed care plans.
- Assisting residents with getting up in the morning, providing personal care including washing / bathing and dressing; helping with undressing and going to bed in the evening, as well as providing help and ensuring medication is taken as required.
- Putting resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, going the extra mile to ensure our residents can live their best lives and ensuring managers and key agencies are kept informed of progress.
At Housing 21 we’re proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider; not only do we pay at least 10 percent more than the National Living Wage, but we offer a range of impressive benefits including:
- Holiday Pay
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Occupational Maternity Pay
- Health Cash Plan*
- Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure)
- Car Lease Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Uniform provided
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 50p hourly enhancement for all Level 2
- Training and development to fulfil your career aspirations
- Health Cash Plan funded for those working a minimum of 10 hours per week on a guaranteed hour contract.
Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
About Us
We know that great people make a great organisation, which is why we put people at the heart of everything we do. You are as valuable to us as our corporate employees, which is why we offer occupational sick pay, occupational maternity and paternity pay and benefits such as the Blue Light Card to all our Extra Care employees.
At Housing 21 we pride ourselves on being passionate about people and are committed to investing in those who work for us to help them to be the best they can be.
When you work for us, you will be joining an organisation that holds the Investors in People Platinum standard and was rated the UK’s third Best Place to Work in 2024 by Glassdoor. Our people are our foundation, and we know how important it is to support them to do what they do best, whether through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture. You shouldn’t have to choose between a career and care, and we want to support you to advance your career with us, which is why we have a dedicated learning pathway through our Extra Care Academy that could lead to future roles with salaries of £50,000! A career in care means you can make a difference and help our residents to live independently in their own homes.
We are incredibly proud of the culture we have created and celebrate the positive difference we make to society. If you think you’re ready for a new challenge and able to make a difference, then come and join us!
Benefits
Blue Light
Card
Discounted
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To work as a Care Worker in the UK, various skills and competencies are essential to ensure the well-being and support of individuals in care settings. Here are some key skills needed:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with both clients and their families, as well as with colleagues.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the emotions and needs of others, which is crucial for providing emotional support.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and supportive, especially when dealing with challenging situations or individuals with complex needs.
4. Attention to Detail: Being thorough and careful in following care plans, administering medication, and monitoring health changes.
5. Time Management: Skill in managing time effectively to ensure that all clients receive the care and attention they require within a set schedule.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and make decisions quickly in response to the needs of clients or emergencies.
7. Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with other health and social care professionals to provide consistent and high-quality care.
8. Personal Care Skills: Understanding how to assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and mobility support.
9. Basic Health Knowledge: Familiarity with health and safety regulations, basic first aid, and an understanding of common medical conditions affecting clients.
10. Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients, ensuring inclusivity and respect for individual preferences and beliefs.
11. Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and client needs, often requiring a shift in schedules or roles.
12. Record-Keeping Skills: Proficiency in maintaining accurate records of care provided and any changes in clients' conditions.
While formal qualifications aren’t always mandatory, gaining relevant certifications such as the Care Certificate or qualifications in Health and Social Care can be advantageous. Additionally, prior experience in care or related fields is often beneficial.
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