Care Worker

Optimo Care Group Ltd; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care provider is seeking Domiciliary Care Workers in Doncaster to support individuals in living safely and independently at home. This role involves personal care, meal preparation, and emotional support while ensuring a safe environment. Flexible working hours offered, with full training provided, making it ideal for compassionate candidates looking to make a difference. A driving license is required for certain routes, and competitive benefits are included, fostering career progression and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression

Supportive Team Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Rewards and Recognition

£250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• Commitment to putting people first.
• Experience preferred but not essential – full training provided.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential for certain routes.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care needs such as washing and dressing.
• Assist with medication administration according to care plans.
• Prepare meals and assist with eating.
• Promote independence in daily living tasks.
• Build positive relationships with individuals and families.
• Support emotional well-being and recognize distress signs.
• Maintain accurate records and effective communication.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment in the home.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Driving licence

Job description

Overview

Choices Homecare are seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers for our locations across the Doncaster region.

Supporting individuals to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own home and community, empowering them to live the life they choose. If you can demonstrate a compassionate, caring and ‘can do’ attitude then join a team that values people always.

Location

Location: Doncaster

Working hours

Our service provides care 7 days a week between 07:00 – 22:00. We welcome applicants who seek both full-time and part-time hours. Please indicate your preference of working days and hours on the prescreen application form. We are predominantly looking for individuals wanting teas, beds and weekend work.

We’re proud to offer flexible zero-hour contracts where you can choose to work as many hours as you’d like. To keep things fair for everyone, we ask for a minimum of 20 hours each week, with every other weekend included. (Or 1 day per weekend if this suits). You’ll work on a simple 2-week rolling rota, so you’ll always know your schedule in advance.

Key Responsibilities of a Care Worker

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation in line with care plans.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating and drinking where required.
• Promoting independence and encouraging service users to engage in daily living tasks.
• Building positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Supporting emotional well-being and recognising signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in the home.
• Respecting confidentiality and always maintaining professional boundaries.

What You’ll Need

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• A commitment to putting people first.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience preferred but not essential – full training provided.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential within certain routes/locations (We pay 30p per mile fuel allowance).
• Alternative weekend availability (or 1 day per week - Saturday or Sunday).

Benefits of Working with Choices Homecare

• Flexible Working: Full-time, part time or permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway - Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Receive a £250 bonus when you refer someone who successfully joins the team.

To Note

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and valid permission to work in the UK.

#IND3