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Join Alcedo Care Workington as a Night shift home care worker. You will play a key role in supporting a lady in her own home who has MND. Support will also involve tracheostomy care and ventilation support. Joining an experienced and dedicated team of Carers, you will receive comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident and competent in carrying out your role to the highest standard.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting a lady in her own home who has MND
Providing tracheostomy care and ventilation support
Delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs
Carrying out clinical tasks such as manual cough assist, digital stimulation for bowel management, postural and spinal support, PEG care, tracheostomy care
Providing assistance with continence, medication, mobility, meal preparation and household tasks
Promoting independence and bringing a sense of joy to those supported
Requirements:
Female applicants only (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010)
A minimum of 6 months recent care experience in a UK care setting
Must be aged 18 or over
Willingness to work night shifts, late evenings, and weekends
Subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
Nice to have:
Previous experience in dealing with tracheostomy or ventilation
What we offer:
Free company paid DBS
Paid induction training
Enhanced bank/weekend holiday rates
Extra earnings through referral scheme (£250 / referral)
Mileage contribution for drivers
Flexible working hours (full-time, part time and casual)
Access to Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support
Structured development through Rising Stars programme including fully funded NVQs and mentoring