Posted by SRS Care Solutions is recruiting Home Care Support Workers in Kelso, Scotland. The permanent position pays £13.75 per hour and offers full-time, part-time and bank work as the care team continues to grow.
Previous experience is not essential because paid training is provided. The role involves supporting service users in their own homes with personal care, household tasks, meal preparation and medication prompts or administration.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Home Care Support Worker
- Employer: SRS Care Solutions
- Location: Kelso, Scotland, TD5
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Available Work: Full-time, part-time and bank
- Pay: £13.75 per hour
- Experience: Not essential
- Training: Paid training provided
- Shift Options: 7am to 2pm and/or 4pm to 10pm
- Rota: Two-week rolling rota
- Weekend Availability: Required
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available
- Overseas Recruitment: Not currently recruiting from overseas
About SRS Care Solutions
SRS Care Solutions provides care services to people in their own homes. The company is expanding its care team in the Kelso area and recruits based on values such as compassion and respect.
The employer provides training, mentoring and opportunities for continued development within the care sector.
Job Description
The Home Care Support Worker will provide care and practical support to service users in their own homes. Duties may include personal care, household tasks, meal preparation and medication prompts or administration.
The role follows the Health and Social Care standards, “My Support, My Life,” as outlined by the Scottish Government.
Employees work according to a two-week rolling schedule, with fixed working days and hours designed to provide a predictable weekly rota.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide intimate personal care.
- Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes.
- Carry out general household duties.
- Provide medication prompts or administration.
- Prepare meals.
- Follow the Health and Social Care standards at all times.
- Support service users within their own homes.
- Maintain a compassionate and respectful approach to care.
Qualifications and Requirements
Previous care experience is not essential because SRS Care Solutions provides the necessary paid training.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate values that align with the care role, particularly:
- Compassion.
- Respect.
- Reliability.
- Willingness to complete training.
- Ability to work the available shift patterns.
Applicants must be available for either the 7am to 2pm shift, the 4pm to 10pm shift, or both.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised rate is £13.75 per hour.
The position includes several listed benefits:
- Paid sector training.
- Full financial support toward SVQ qualifications.
- Free uniform.
- Mileage contributions between service users.
- Access to a Blue Light card.
- Access to Concerts for Carers.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Continued professional development.
- Additional training.
- Mentoring support.
- Permanent full-time, part-time and bank contracts.
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation
SRS Care Solutions explicitly states that it is not currently recruiting from overseas and cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Who Should Apply?
This role may suit people who want to begin or develop a career in home care and have the compassion and respect needed to support service users in their own homes. Previous experience is not essential because the employer provides paid training.
Candidates should also be able to work the specified shifts and follow the two-week rolling rota.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Home Care Support Worker job located?
The position is based in Kelso, Scotland, postcode TD5.
How much does the role pay?
The advertised rate is £13.75 per hour.
Is previous care experience required?
No. Previous experience is not essential, and paid training is provided.
What shifts are available?
The available shifts are 7am to 2pm and/or 4pm to 10pm.
Is weekend work involved?
Yes. The listed two-week rota includes Saturday and Sunday shifts.
What type of care will the worker provide?
Duties can include personal care, household tasks, meal preparation and medication prompts or administration.
Is visa sponsorship available?
No. The employer states that it is not currently recruiting from overseas and cannot provide visa sponsorship.
What other benefits are offered?
Benefits include paid training, SVQ funding, free uniforms, mileage contributions, career progression, additional training and mentoring support.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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