Careers
CAREERS
Providing the Highest Quality of Care
Bridgewater Care is a family run business with a small team of professional carers dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each and every one of our Service Users. More than anything else we truly understand the importance of enabling our clients to retain their independence. We believe that when individuals are most vulnerable because of illness, disability or age, they need kind and caring attention and deserve the utmost protection.
Calmness
A calm perspective emphasises solutions over drama and calm leadership inspires others to be calm.
Compassion
Noting, feeling and responding. This means that we a) demonstrate caring for every individual either in our care or our employer b) attempt to be as helpful as possible when it is in our power to do so and c) take time to listen so that we really understand the others views and situation.
Dependability
We seek to be trusted to do what is needed when it’s needed and to offer support to Service Users and their families alike. It’s about demonstrating consistent behaviour until it’s the norm.
Efficiency
To strive for excellence through different work practices and to obtain the best possible outcome in the least wasteful manner by maintaining dynamic, relevant policies and procedures while consistently supporting a quality workforce.
Freedom
We champion the freedom to choose, the freedom to speak, the freedom for people to live life on their own terms.
Honesty
Not only is honesty simply the best policy as a matter of principle, it also makes good business sense. When you are honest, your Service Users, their families and workforce will respect it.
Passion
Is the motivation that drives our Company forward. Passion drives excellence and continual improvement – without it, it would not be possible to deliver the high standard of care we seek to provide.
Respect
We make it a priority to treat each person as we ourselves would want to be treated. To us respect for the individual means more than just smiling and being polite. It means every person is of equal value and deserves the same level of care, respect and attention regardless of individual need or change in need.
Teamwork
We work as a single team to ensure we provide the best person-centered care possible to our clients, we will collaborate well, acknowledge and learn from each other and seek to first understand the other person before we seek to be understood.
THE ROLE
Responsibilities
of a Home Carer
Your role will involve helping elderly clients to stay comfortable in their own homes, making a positive impact in their lives. You can expect duties to include:
- Delivering person centred care to clients by following an individualised Care Plan.
- Assisting with daily routines such as personal care, cooking and light domestic tasks.
- Assisting with and administering medication where necessary.
- Providing companionship and meaningful connections with the clients.
- Keeping detailed notes of visits and client wellbeing using our Smartphone care App.
- Promoting clients to remain independent in their own homes.
- Collaborating with management and healthcare professionals to ensure smooth care co-ordination.
WHY BRIDGEWATER?
Why Work for us?
When you choose a career with Bridgewater Care, you join a company driven by its philosophy. We want to enable people supported by us to achieve their optimum state of well-being. And that includes you. We take pride in hiring the best and supporting people to be their best self. And the culture reflects this. You’ll also get a benefits package that includes:
Competitive hourly rates, with double pay on Bank Holidays
Travel expenses paid between visits
Company Pension scheme
Flexible working – let us know your availability and we’ll agree a rota to fit your lifestyle
Free uniform
£500 Refer a Friend Bonus (T&C’s apply)
Access discounts and offers with a free Blue Light Card
Recognition through our Carer of the Month awards and shopping vouchers
Achievements celebrated through our monthly newsletters and Company events
Smart phone technology so you can access your visits wherever you are
Company induction, training and shadowing with our experienced team members
Ongoing paid training to keep you up to date with sector changes
Opportunities for career development and to gain further qualifications in Health and Social Care
FAQ
Frequently Asked
Questions
It’s not essential as full training will be provided.
Adults over 18, predominantly the elderly.
A caring and compassionate nature, able to work independently with good time keeping and a desire to make a difference.
Yes, full training will be provided, including induction and shadowing.
Yes, all care staff will require an enhanced DBS check, paid by us.
Yes, we have full and part time hours available. All staff are required to work every other weekend and some evenings.
Yes, you need a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
We support people wishing to remain in their own homes, this may include personal care, medication, food prep etc.
Still have a question?
JOIN US
Apply Now!
If you are passionate about supporting people to remain safely at home, live locally and feel this opportunity could be right for you, we would like to hear from you. To apply for a role with us or to find out more about working for Bridgewater Care, please fill out the contact details below or call us on 01202 028029.
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