Overview
The role of Visiting Carer can give real satisfaction and fulfilment in a job well done. This active role supports clients who are relying on you to be able to be in the home they love. It’s a very responsible job, supporting a wide range of clients with professionalism, empathy and a smile.
Visiting people in their homes means that every day is different; you can be asked to help with anything from administering important medication to taking a client out to an appointment or simply providing companionship.
The one-to-one nature of the role, and the absolutely vital work our Visiting Carers do means that there is a special bond between them and the client.
All the other roles at Good Oaks are designed to support our Visiting (and Live-in) Carers to do the best job they can do.
What Visiting Carers think
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As a Visiting Carer, I love the impact I make to my client's life. Helping them with the little things as well as the big things makes all the difference
Jemma
Visiting Carer, New Forest
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Every day if different! I think that's the best part of the job. It's interesting getting to know my clients, who have had (and have!) such full lives
Dawn
Visiting Carer, Bournemouth
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Working as a home carer really works around my family life. I can work around my partner's hours and be around for the kids
Tina R
Part-time Visiting Carer, Poole
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Although I didn't have experience to start with, the training meant I could take on responsible jobs and feel confident doing it
Mark
Visiting Carer, Reading
Would I suit this role?
People in the Visiting Carer role need to be flexible, patient and genuinely caring. Being able to interact with and support a variety of different clients with different needs in a friendly and professional way are all essential qualities for Carers.
We pay for people new to the care sector to complete the Care Certificate as part of their comprehensive induction, so even those with no experience will feel confident when starting in this role.
Because our Visiting Carers travel from home to home, being able to drive and having access to a car is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Many people work part-time around other commitments, such as study, family, another job, etc. It can also be easy to pick up more hours if you need.
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Yes, you may need to help clients with tasks like:
- Showering and bathing
- Continence care
- Applying creams
- Administering medications
Full training is provided, as well as shadowing, so you'll be comfortable with the tasks if you need to do them.
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Everyone in the care sector needs to undergo an enhanced DBS Check, but that doesn't mean you'll be automatically rejected if you have a criminal record. Employers should take into account what was disclosed, when it was, mitigating factors, and so on.
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At Good Oaks, Visiting Carers can progress to Team Leaders, our front-line managers, and then on to Care Coordinators and other roles internally.
Often, home care is also a good way into healthcare professions such as physiotherapy, nursing, occupational therapy, etc.
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