The Role

Standon is looking to recruit hardworking and caring individuals to join our team on a Part-Time Basis. The successful candidates will be caring for people in a residential care setting and being prepared to work alone caring for people who live in their apartments on-site.

This is an opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and innovative company looking to support people in their homes and residential care. We aim to provide people with top-quality care in a safe environment that enables them to live as independently as possible and respect their wishes. This is an opportunity for you to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Your skills should include

  • Compassionate – putting the people we care for at the heart of everything we do.
  • Hardworking – be able to work with energy and commitment.
  • Able to work on your own or as part of a team.
  • Trustworthy and reliable – Be consistent in everything you do, including punctuality and low absence levels.
  • Flexibility – Able to work your fair share of mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays and be able to pick up extra if needed.
  • Previous experience in a caring role is preferred but not essential.
  • Resilience – Caring is rewarding but can be very difficult sometimes.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills – building rapport with our clients and their families and accurate record keeping is essential.

We offer

  • Permanent Contract – Once you complete an initial trial period a permanent contract will be provided guaranteeing you a minimum number of hours.
  • Commute to a single place of work – No driving between clients.
  • Full training provided appropriate to the role – Both online and in person relevant training.
  • Further development opportunities such as nationally recognised qualifications – NVQ level 2 & 3 and the Care Certificate.
  • Enhanced bank holiday rates.
  • Bonus Scheme – Providing enhanced rates for overtime and flexibility
  • Blue light card – Care workers are eligible to apply for a blue light card providing you with substantial discounts to many shops and restaurants.
  • Chance to work in a well-established and well-respected and award-winning local company that’s been caring for people for over 35 years