Work at Nest
Wouldn't it be great to work for a Care Provider that really cares about their staff? Help us to make a difference - we will support, develop and value you. We recruit our Care Workers on values and competence. The recruitment process will include phone-screening, psychometric profiling, application form, values-based face to face interview, observation and peer feedback. Successful applicants will be supported with the tools they need to perform well within their role. You will be treated as the experts, and we'll empower you and support you with professional development. Read our reviews and our CQC Report and come and join the best Care Team in the area!
We are a Homecare Provider with a difference
Being a Care Worker is an exceptional job - it is exceptionally hard but also exceptionally rewarding. We recognise this and we are here to support you.
We will value you and will treat you with respect
We reward hard work and loyalty
We train you and invest in your career
We have an open door policy
We encourage your suggestions and feedback
We have a refreshing management approach
We will inspire, support and develop you
We offer an industry-leading salary and employment package
Benefits we offer
Excellent rates of pay
Paid travelling time
Mileage allowance - on top of your salary
Pension scheme
Industry-leading face to face training
Ongoing training and support
Uniform and supplies
Referral scheme
Minimum call of one hour
Great prospects and career opportunities
Current vacancies
Part-time Care Workers - hours to suit
About the role:
• To provide exceptional quality domiciliary home care support to clients in their own homes in-line with Nest Homecare policies and procedures. This person-centred care will include;
Personal Care
Showering / Bathing
Dressing and grooming
Toileting
Medication administration
Companionship
Use of aids and equipment
Help at mealtimes
Shopping
Planning and preparing meals
Domestic tasks
Trips, apointments and social activities
Meaningful activity
• To promote client’s rights, choice, independence, individuality, privacy and dignity.
• To treat clients with respect and keep them safe.
• To be flexible and open to extra hours in case of emergency.
Key Responsibilities:
To provide exceptional quality care to clients as outlined in the Care Plan
To monitor and report changes in client’s condition
To keep clear and accurate records in client’s homes, reporting changes immediately
To communicate effectively with clients, their families and colleagues
To participate in training and supervision sessions and attend team meetings
To undertake any other tasks as directed by your Manager
Skills & Experience:
Experience as a Care Worker
Experience with dementia is advantageous
Full UK driving licence and access to own car
Key Qualities:
• Professional.
• Commitment to maintain very high standards of care
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable, adaptable and flexible
• Compassion and empathy with clients
• Self-motivated with excellent time management
It is a criminal offence for a person who is barred from working in regulated activity to apply for a role that requires them to work unsupervised with adults or children who are at risk. An Enhanced DBS Check will be applied for following successful selection and conditional offer made.