Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Reports to: Senior Carer
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time
Hours: Guaranteed hours available; includes weekdays, evenings, and some weekends
🔹 About UK Health Kits Ltd
UK Health Kits Ltd is a Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered provider delivering high-quality, person-centred care to adults in supported living and domiciliary settings. We specialise in promoting independence and dignity for people with a range of needs, including physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and the elderly.
🎯 Job Purpose
As a Care Worker, you will support service users to live as independently as possible in their own homes or supported environments. This includes providing personal care, companionship, practical support, and enabling access to the community, tailored to each individual’s care plan.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
Deliver person-centred care and support as outlined in each individual’s care plan
Assist with personal care needs, including washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
Support with medication (following training and protocols)
Help with meal preparation, feeding (if needed), and hydration
Carry out light domestic tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping
Accompany service users to appointments and community activities
Promote and encourage independence, choice, and dignity at all times
Maintain accurate, up-to-date care records and report any concerns
Work collaboratively with the care team and follow safeguarding protocols
🧩 Essential Requirements
Kind, compassionate, and reliable
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work full-time on a flexible rota including weekends
Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check (provided by us)
Full UK Driver’s license
Right to work in the UK
🎓 Desirable (but not essential)
Previous experience in care/support work
NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
Training in medication administration, moving and handling, or safeguarding
Full induction and training will be provided to the right candidate.
✅ What We Offer
Competitive rate of £13.50 per hour
Full-time guaranteed hours
Free DBS check
Ongoing training and support
Opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment
Meaningful work that changes lives