care & support worker

Summary Of Role
To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of service users in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the service user's family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse.

Job Description

Location: 50a Sundrive Road

Reports to: Field Care Supervisor

Role Overview

To share with other staff in meeting the personal care and support needs of service users in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the service user's family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse.

Principal Responsibilities

• To assist service users who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet.
• To help service users with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment.
• To care for service users who are temporarily sick.
• To provide care and support for service users who are terminally ill.
• To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of clients through talking, outings, reading, writing, and hobbies.
• To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying.
• To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up.
• To read and write reports and be involved in service users' reviews.
• To adhere to all Caremark's policies and procedures at all times.
• To report either to the Field Care Supervisor or Care Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service user.
• To encourage the independence of service users wherever possible.

Personal Attributes

It is considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following qualities:

• Self-motivated & well organized.
• Flexible.
• Caring & sensitive to the needs of others.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Skills & Qualifications

Relevant skills and qualifications are described below. Please note the following criteria are listed to guide applicants.

About The Company

Our Mission Is Simple

• To provide excellent home care to everyone, regardless of age, race, religion, gender or social standing. We aim to improve the quality of life of every single customer we care for.
• Our care keeps you safe, happy, fulfilled and flourishing in your own home, topped off with a delivery of smiles and laughter at every visit too.
• Caring for and supporting others runs through the very heart of Caremark.

Who is Caremark?

• Caremark is a home care company with excellent standards, excellent people and excellent success stories. We provide care in the home for people from all walks of life, enabling them to stay in their own home and community.
• We are the mark of excellent care.
• We have over 7,000 customers throughout the UK. To those 7,000 customers, we provide over 110,000 hours of home care each week.

Caremark's history – providing home care since 2005

• Caremark was founded in 2005; the founder has extensive experience in care, forming the basis of Caremark.
• Today, we are led by leaders who are passionate about the home-care industry.

Company Culture

Caremark has evolved to provide comprehensive care services across Ireland and the UK, under a culture focused on innovation, quality and compassion. We strive to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth and a supportive network of professionals.

Required Criteria

• Valid photo ID
• Valid proof of address for Garda vetting

Desired Criteria

• QQI Care skills
• QQI Care of the Older Person
• Work permit
• Police clearance/declaration

Closing Date

Sunday 31st August, 2025

Contract Type

Full-time

Salary

From €13.50 Hourly to €17.50 Hourly

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