Job Description
Care Worker / Support Worker
Divine Health Services Limited is recruiting compassionate Care Workers / Support Workers to join its domestic care team in Aberdeenshire. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable people within their homes while helping them maintain independence, dignity, and a better quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care support including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Assist clients with mobility and safe movement around the home
- Support individuals with meal preparation and hydration needs
- Prompt or assist clients with medication in line with care plans
- Offer companionship and emotional support to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing
- Help clients attend appointments and access community activities when required
- Maintain accurate care records and update reports using basic IT systems
- Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns appropriately
- Support clients in maintaining independence and dignity at all times
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Good spoken and written English communication skills
- Caring, patient, and compassionate personality
- Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Basic IT skills for care documentation and reporting
- Willingness to complete required training and follow care standards
- Flexible availability including weekends, day shifts, or night shifts
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in care, support work, healthcare, or domiciliary care
- Driving licence preferred for community-based visits
- Experience working with vulnerable adults or elderly individuals
- Familiarity with safeguarding and care planning processes
- Understanding of person-centred care approaches
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay rates
- Full training provided for new starters
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Career progression within the healthcare sector
- Opportunity to gain valuable domiciliary care experience
- Meaningful and rewarding work supporting vulnerable individuals
- Sponsorship opportunities for eligible candidates already in the UK
- Variety in day-to-day responsibilities and client interactions
Location & Salary
Location: Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Work Setting: Community-based / Home Care
Salary: £12.92 – £19.25 per hour
Shift Patterns: Day shifts, night shifts, weekend availability
Visa Sponsorship: Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) available for eligible UK-based candidates