Start your Career in Care with Right at Home Barnet & Edgware
Published: 16/01/2023
Adult Social Care is a diverse sector with roles, each with Right at home Barnet & Edgware offers progression, development opportunities and job security. Providing care for Right at Home Barnet & Edgware is about supporting Clients by providing quality homecare services, helping Clients to maintain their independence, dignity, and achieve their goals, while building lasting relationships.
What makes a career in care special?
There are plenty of reasons why people choose to pursue a career in care:
There are a variety of reason why you should pursue a career in care one of them is flexible shift patterns (especially beneficial for parents who require flexibility within their role). Working in adult social care is rewarding and fulfilling job as this give you a chance to give something back to the community.
Job security is another reason why the health care industry is amazing as care work is that you’ll never have a problem finding a job in the sector. Finally care givers get the chance to meet new people everyday and this means you will get to listen to different insight about each client.
So, why should you consider a career with Right at Home Barnet & Edgware.
Right at home Barnet & Edgware provide full induction Training and development which will cover everything you need to know about being a care giver. We also provide additional learning and training courses on a regular basis.
As a care giver we have the option of working flexible shift patterns which means we adapt to suit your needs and availability. We also offer extra pay for weekends and double pay on bank holiday. Working with Right at home Barnet & Edgware means you will be part a supportive, family-feel team.
All care givers are allowed to stop by at any time to our office if they need advice or just even a chat. We always make our care giver feel valued and make sure they are treated the best as by the employers.
What will I be responsible for as a care giver with Right at Home Barnet & Edgware
Core responsibilities are different for each area and Clients no two days are ever the same/Each day is different/every CareGiver will have a differing experience. All roles have the shared aim of helping to improve the lives of Clients and their families.
Responsibilities can include:
- Companionship
- Personal care
- Administering medication
- Sharing updates/Communication
- Dementia care
- House chores
- Administrative tasks like paying bills
- Emotional support
- Live-in care
- Liaising with other healthcare professionals
- Mentoring other CareGiver’s depending on your experience
To find out more about what a Career in Care is like, why not take a look at our Careers in Care Brochure?
What will each day look like as a carer for Right at Home Barnet & Edgware
No two days with Right at Home are the same, but a typical day in the life of a Caregiver could look a little something like this...
8 am: Wake up- It’s time for your personal care call with 85 years old Edna.
10 am: Breakfast preparation- You would support in preparing breakfast of Edna’s choice and then administer medication according to her care plan.
12 pm: Lunch preparation- Prepare lunch according to Edna’s choice.
2 pm: Go for a walk/shopping or do light house cleaning.
5 pm: Dinner preparation- Supporting with preparing fresh meals or warming ready meals.
7 pm: Bed time routine- To support Edna in bed.
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There are plenty of roles you could take on in the care industry, each coming with their own unique opportunities. To find out which role could be most suited to for you, why not take our Careers in Care Quiz? It matches you to your most suited role based on your skills, personality traits, career ambitions and experiences.
Each of our CareGivers will agree that every day brings different experiences. With new challenges and Clients' differing wants and needs, there is always something new to learn. However, the one thing that remains a constant is the incredibly rewarding feeling of knowing that every day, you are helping someone to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
How much will I earn as a CareGiver?
There are many inaccuracies surrounding how much care givers are paid, but these are often untrue.
- At Right at Home Barnet & Edgware, we’re committed to paying above-average hourly rates of pay. Our CareGivers currently receive £10.25 per hour, with evening and weekend rates increasing to as much as £10.75 per hour.
- If you want to find out how much you could earn as a carer, use our Salary Calculator
- We also offer a above average fuel allowance of 30p a mile. This allowance was recently raised to support our CareGivers with fuel price increases
How do I apply?
If you are ready to take a leap and start making a difference, click here to find your dream role. Our friendly team is always happy to answer any questions you may have on 02038657734.
