Home Care Worker

Care Worker – Community Based

Pay: £13.50 per hour | Contracted weekly hours vary by individual agreement

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care in accordance with each person’s care plan, choices and assessed needs.
  • Support personal care, nutrition, hydration, mobility, continence, household routines and community participation while promoting dignity and independence.
  • Prompt, assist or administer medication only at the assessed and authorised support level and accurately complete MAR/eMAR records.
  • Record visits, observations, outcomes, incidents and changes promptly using Shona Care’s approved systems.
  • Report safeguarding concerns, deterioration, missed medication, accidents and other risks immediately through the correct escalation process.
  • Communicate professionally with supported people, families, colleagues, managers and relevant health or social-care professionals.
  • Follow Shona Care Ltd policies, Care Inspectorate requirements, the SSSC Codes of Practice and applicable health and safety procedures.

Essential Information

  • A caring, respectful and dependable approach with good spoken and written English.
  • Ability to complete accurate electronic care records and work safely both independently and as part of a team.
  • Driving is essential for this community-based role: applicants must hold a valid driving licence recognised in the UK and have reliable access to a suitable roadworthy vehicle.
  • Before driving for work, employees must provide evidence of appropriate business-use insurance, valid MOT and vehicle tax where applicable, and maintain these throughout employment.
  • Any change affecting the licence, insurance, vehicle access or fitness to drive must be reported immediately.
  • Right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.
  • PVG scheme membership and SSSC registration are required for the role; Shona Care will explain the applicable application and registration process.
  • Relevant care experience or an SVQ qualification is desirable. Full induction, mandatory training and ongoing development are provided.

Our Expectations

Working with Shona Care

  • Work in accordance with each person’s rights, choices, culture, communication needs and desired outcomes.
  • Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, punctuality and reliable attendance.
  • Complete required induction, refresher training, supervision, competency checks and continuous professional development.
  • Follow agreed rotas while recognising that contracted weekly hours are confirmed individually.
  • Use safe working practices and raise concerns promptly so that people receive responsive and consistent support.
  • Shona Care Ltd is an equal-opportunities and accredited Living Wage employer committed to a respectful and supportive workplace.

Location:

Glasgow, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire and surrounding areas