Carer in Dundee inDundee PUBLISHED MON 24 FEB 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of older people on a daily basis.
Flexible working hours allowing for a work-life balance, with options for full-time, part-time, or bank staff.
Part of a highly-rated service in the area, giving pride and satisfaction in your work.
Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and providing first-class care.
Valuable experience in the healthcare sector, enhancing your professional development.
Access to a diverse range of clients, which enriches the caregiving experience.
Competitive pay rates and potential benefits associated with working for a reputable local company.
"You genuinely get to make people happy, every day you make someone's life just a little bit better and that's pretty awesome” - Want to have a job that makes you feel this kind of satisfaction?
We are a small, local, family-run care provider looking to provide the best care available throughout Dundee City. We believe in ethical and holistic care that is focussed on the person receiving our services. We have great Care inspectorate Grades, an excellent reputation among professional colleagues and are rated #1 in Dundee by our clients.
“I feel part of the company and important to the company, not just a number, I’m treated like a person” – Fancy joining a supportive team like ours that delivers on its promise of open and supportive management?
We are looking for people who genuinely care and are compassionate, honest, positive, reliable, flexible and can work well both on their own and as part of a team. If you have at least 6 months experience of paid care work, we can offer you £12.58 per hour, paid in full shifts, so all working time included.
“We are a great bunch of people who support each other and welcome every new person in with a super friendly manner to make them feel less nervous and more like part of the team quicker to settle in” – Looking for someone that can support you whether you have experience of or are new to care?
Even with your experience, it’s your values and attitudes we’re most interested in, and we will provide all the training you require to perform in our award-winning team, with you learning from the best, to be the best.
“We have our quirks, but we do enjoy our jobs, we try the best we can to help, nobody’s perfect but we are close to perfection as a company” – Do you deserve anything less? Come join us!
Flexible working hours available, based on full-time, part-time or bank basis. Please apply for this post if:
• You want to be part of a team providing first-class care to the elderly
• You have at least 6 months experience of paid care work
• You drive and have daily access to a vehicle for work
• You have the right to work in the UK (we do not provide sponsorship)
“Because we are just simply AWESOME"
Thank you for your interest in joining our team as a Home Care Support Worker.
We are a small, local, family-run care provider looking to provide the best care available throughout Dundee City. We believe in ethical and holistic care that is focussed on the person receiving our services. We have great Care inspectorate Grades, an excellent reputation among professional colleagues and are rated #1 in Dundee by our clients.
“I feel part of the company and important to the company, not just a number, I’m treated like a person” – Fancy joining a supportive team like ours that delivers on its promise of open and supportive management?
We are looking for people who genuinely care and are compassionate, honest, positive, reliable, flexible and can work well both on their own and as part of a team. If you have at least 6 months experience of paid care work, we can offer you £12.58 per hour, paid in full shifts, so all working time included.
“We are a great bunch of people who support each other and welcome every new person in with a super friendly manner to make them feel less nervous and more like part of the team quicker to settle in” – Looking for someone that can support you whether you have experience of or are new to care?
Even with your experience, it’s your values and attitudes we’re most interested in, and we will provide all the training you require to perform in our award-winning team, with you learning from the best, to be the best.
“We have our quirks, but we do enjoy our jobs, we try the best we can to help, nobody’s perfect but we are close to perfection as a company” – Do you deserve anything less? Come join us!
Flexible working hours available, based on full-time, part-time or bank basis. Please apply for this post if:
• You want to be part of a team providing first-class care to the elderly
• You have at least 6 months experience of paid care work
• You drive and have daily access to a vehicle for work
• You have the right to work in the UK (we do not provide sponsorship)
“Because we are just simply AWESOME"
Thank you for your interest in joining our team as a Home Care Support Worker.
Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of older people on a daily basis.
Flexible working hours allowing for a work-life balance, with options for full-time, part-time, or bank staff.
Part of a highly-rated service in the area, giving pride and satisfaction in your work.
Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and providing first-class care.
Valuable experience in the healthcare sector, enhancing your professional development.
Access to a diverse range of clients, which enriches the caregiving experience.
Competitive pay rates and potential benefits associated with working for a reputable local company.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of older people on a daily basis.; Flexible working hours allowing for a work-life balance, with options for full-time, part-time, or bank staff.; Part of a highly-rated service in the area, giving pride and satisfaction in your work.; Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and providing first-class care.; Valuable experience in the healthcare sector, enhancing your professional development.; Access to a diverse range of clients, which enriches the caregiving experience.; Competitive pay rates and potential benefits associated with working for a reputable local company.
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Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what motivated you to apply for this position?
What do you believe are the most important qualities for a Carer to possess, and why?
You mentioned that you have at least 6 months of experience in paid care work. Can you describe some of your previous roles and responsibilities?
How do you handle challenging behaviour from clients? Can you provide an example?
What specific training or qualifications do you have related to care work?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what motivated you to apply for this position?
2. What do you believe are the most important qualities for a Carer to possess, and why?
3. You mentioned that you have at least 6 months of experience in paid care work. Can you describe some of your previous roles and responsibilities?
4. How do you handle challenging behaviour from clients? Can you provide an example?
5. What specific training or qualifications do you have related to care work?
Useful skills for a Carer:
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Working as a carer in the UK requires a combination of personal qualities, professional skills, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here are some of the key skills and attributes needed:
Personal Qualities:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and relating to the feelings and experiences of those you care for.
2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed, especially in challenging situations.
3. Reliability: Being dependable and showing up on time for shifts and appointments.
4. Resilience: Coping with emotional and physical demands of the job.
5. Good Communication: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues.
Professional Skills:
1. Personal Care Skills: Knowledge of how to assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
2. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of medical terms and basic health care, including medication management and monitoring vital signs.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other health and social care professionals.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations, make decisions, and find practical solutions to issues that arise.
5. Time Management: Organizing and prioritizing tasks effectively to provide care for multiple individuals.
Certifications and Qualifications:
1. Health and Social Care Diploma: Many employers prefer or require a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
2. First Aid and CPR Training: Basic first aid knowledge can be essential, especially for those in caregiving roles.
3. Safeguarding Training: Awareness of safeguarding issues and practices to protect vulnerable individuals.
4. Manual Handling Training: Techniques to safely lift and move patients to prevent injury.
Additional Skills:
1. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and individual needs.
2. Digital Skills: Proficiency in using care management software and communication tools.
3. Record Keeping: Accurately documenting care given, observations, and changes in condition.
Continuing Professional Development:
Engagement in ongoing training and development is encouraged, as it helps to stay updated on best practices and regulations in the care sector.
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