Wellbeing Support Worker - Kidlington

Kidlington, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

BelleVie Care - we’re seeking extra special Care Workers to support people to live well at-home  

Here at BelleVie Care, we are looking for people who know how a simple cuppa can warm the heart. That the power of a compliment can make someone’s day. By just  holding a hand, teasing out a smile, or sharing a laugh can mean the world to someone who is  alone or living with challenges you and I know nothing about. 

It's this compassion and hidden talent that you don’t think are worth putting on a cv, the parts of you that never really get to shine in your current job, the skills you don’t even know are perfect for care, that we seek out so we can  ensure that the people we support can live their best lives at home. 

We don’t just see the value in the expected, we see value in the things other people overlook, we see you for you.

If you’re someone whose warmth and kindness shines through, and who embraces their local community spirit we’d love to hear from you. Because, these are the things we value too.  Be part of the community that values all of you. Be part of BelleVie Care. 

Caring is a value and a vocation.

Find a career that values you. 

Bring your whole self to work  #Belleviecare

What can you expect when you join the BelleVie Care community?

• Self managed teams - Our close-knit care teams are fully self-managed, meaning you get to make your own decisions about the people you support, but have the backing of peers

• No experience necessary  - Previous care experience isn't required, full training will be provided by experienced carers. We hire people based on values, personality and attitude rather than experience.

• Pay for all your hours - Many of our Wellbeing Support Workers are with us because they love what they do, but we don’t use that as an excuse to cut costs. And unlike other providers, we pay for all of the hours you’re working - not just the hours you spend in someone’s home

• Qualifications support - We’ll help you train towards your NVQ if you’d like to learn and grow your skills

• Joining a community of change - Here at BelleVie Care we are committed to change. Our vision is a society which values fulfilling careers in care, so every member of the care ecosystem is supported through meaningful, reciprocal relationships. 

Requirements of the role

• Car driver, with access to vehicle 

• No care experience is required, full training is provided

• Compassion, respect and a desire to support people in your community 

We offer

• £13 per hour for time spend supporting people and £11 per hour for the rest of your time (eg, time between visits, travel between visits, training, team meetings etc)

• Full & part time hours available

• Full training, support and career development 

• Paid holiday - 30 days pro rata + your birthday

• Opportunity to study for NVQ

• Mileage allowance (45p per mile)

Interested in hearing more?

Good! Because we’re interested in speaking to you too. 

FAQ’s 

What kind of things would I be doing?

Light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, medication, personal care (supporting someone to get dressed, toileted, washing and bathing), attending medical appointments, day centres, appointments and social activities.

What are the career prospects?

We’ll support you in your growth & development every step of the way. We have Community Connectors and Thrive with BelleVie colleagues who started their careers with us as care workers, many of whom came to us with no care experience. 

Would I need to do personal care?  

Personal care is part of the role, but you would get plenty of training. If you’d like to find out more about what personal care is you can visit our blog post here 

Do I need my own car?

Yes, you will require your own, or access to a car that is MOT’d and Insured for business use. 

How much driving will I be required to do?

That will depend on the team you join, but as a rule we try to plan our rota’s so that there isn’t more than a 30 minutes drive between each of the people we support. We pay for your time and mileage whilst driving between visits.

What is the recruitment process?

Our recruitment process involves a short conversation with our Recruitment Lead, followed by an online video workshop with our Development Coaches for the region. The final stage would be a shadow shift, shadowing one of our current Wellbeing Support Workers, so you have a chance to see if the actual role is a good fit for you.