Support Worker
- Buntingford, Hertfordshire
- £14.20 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
At Care by Us, every day is different. Every day offers you the chance to do meaningful and rewarding work that truly changes people’s lives.We are currently looking to recruit full-time Support Workers/Carers to join our friendly, dedicated team and support our service users across Hertfordshire.Work LocationsWatford | Welwyn Garden City | Three Rivers | Hemel Hempstead | Tring | Potten End | Bovington | Kings Langley | Pepperstock | Markyate and East Hertfordshire!!!Pay Rates
- Mon – Fri: £14.20 per hour
- Sat – Sun: £16.00 per hour
- Mileage paid £0.45p per mile
- Day Shifts: 8:00/9:00 AM – 2:00/3:00 PM
- Evening Shifts: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Sleep-in Shifts: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Supporting individuals with daily living activities
- Promoting independence, dignity, and choice
- Assisting with personal care where required
- Encouraging participation in hobbies, interests, and community activities
- Building positive relationships and making every day meaningful
As a Respite Caregiver, you will step in to provide temporary care for individuals—typically older adults or people with disabilities—based on their personalized care plan. Your goal is to promote comfort, dignity, and well-being while supporting the client’s independence.Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance)
- Support with household tasks (meal preparation, light cleaning, laundry)
- Administer or assist with medication as directed
- Offer companionship and social interaction
- Assist with mobility, exercise, and other daily activities
- Follow the client’s individualized care plan to ensure continuity of support
- Genuine compassion, empathy, and patience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and responsibly
- Previous caregiving experience preferred (formal or informal)
- Flexibility to work in the client’s home or care facility
- Compassion and empathy: A genuine desire to help others and understand their needs and feelings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Building rapport with clients and families and effectively communicating important information.
- Patience and understanding: Remaining calm and composed in challenging situations and understanding individual needs.
- Observational and attention to detail: Noticing changes in condition or behaviour and meticulously following care plans.
- Organisational and time management skills: Managing tasks effectively, adhering to schedules, and keeping accurate records.
- Flexibility and adaptability: Adjusting to varying client needs and environments.
- Physical stamina and strength: May be required for tasks like lifting or assisting with mobility.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking: Anticipating potential problems and making sound decisions in challenging situations.
- Cultural competence and respect: Appreciating diversity and providing respectful care to individuals from all backgrounds.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
- The Right to Work in the UK
- Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay.
- Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement.
- Death in Service Payment
- Pension scheme
- Benefits and Well-being Platform
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!
- Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands for you
- Flexible hours, part and full time available
- Local work and paid mileage
- Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
- Paid training – online and face to face
- Self-development – progression opportunities
- Access to our in-house app
- Work for the largest care company in the UK!
- No experience necessary
We are sorry but this recruiter does not accept applications from abroad.