Practitioner

October 14, 2024

Willstac Home Care

Dumfries

PART TIME & FULL TIME

Are you a patient, warm hearted and naturally caring person? Are you looking for a rewarding career providing care, support and companionship to vulnerable people in Dumfries and the surrounding area?
We are seeking dedicated and reliable Care at home/housing support practitioners to join our team. As a Practitioner at Willstac Home Care, your role will involve supporting people with all aspects of their daily living, enabling them to live with purpose and dignity. You will be supported by our dedicated management team who are always on hand to advise with whatever you need to do your job safely in the community.
Key Responsibilities:

Assist clients with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Support clients with their medication, as directed in their care plan
Support with meal preparation and light household duties
Offer companionship and emotional support
Support to attend appointments or social activities as needed
Support clients to take an active role in the planning and provision of their care
Maintain clear and accurate records of care provided
Communicate effectively with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals

Uphold the values of Willstac Home Care by delivering care with compassion, respect, and professionalism
What we are looking for:

Previous experience in a care setting is (desirable but not essential, ( as full training will be provided) you just need to be a genuine caring person and have a big heart (and a big smile!)
Someone with a passion for supporting others, who prides themself on delivering an outstanding service, along with being reliable, trustworthy, and respectful.
A caring and compassionate nature
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
A commitment to continuous professional development
Timekeeping is crucial, you should arrive on time, take your time to listen, take time to understand and take time to care – we measure time in hours, and each one matters.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, starting rate at £12.50 p/h
Mileage paid between clients
Annual Leave is 28 days a year pro rata. After 24 months continuous service, we will pay additional day of annual leave for each year of continuous service up to a maximum of 35 days annual leave a year.
Free Company uniform
Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment with ongoing supervision and guidance
Opportunities for career progression within a growing company
A shift pattern that maximises your time off and annual leave
Blue Light Card offering up to 60% off high street names.

Requirements
A FULL UK DRIVING LICENCE AND ACCESS TO RELIABLE TRANSPORT
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available *
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 35 per week
Benefits: