Current vacancies
Independent Lives is always looking for talented, caring people who can help us to grow as an organisation and support more people. We operate an open door policy for anyone wanting to find out more about working in care. Please give us a ring on 01903 219482 for an informal chat about any of the roles listed below or anything to do with working in care.
As a Disability Confident Leader and Mindful Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme to applicants who have a disability and meet the mandatory requirements set out in the person specification. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
If you need physical copies of the below forms, please email us at HR@independentlives.org or call on 01903 219482, and we'll arrange for the forms to be posted to you at the earliest convenience.
Healthcare support worker
Salary: £22,440 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week – various shifts including weekend work and evenings as required. Hours to suit so please apply if you are able to work any of the available hours.
On call hours:
Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Worthing, Littlehampton, Bognor Regis, Lancing, Shoreham by Sea
Reporting to: Field Care Supervisor
Overview:
The overall purpose of the role is to provide our customers with support in their own homes, to enable them to live independently with choice and control. Independent Lives Care Service provides a high quality, person-centred service to its users, and this starts with our fantastic Healthcare Support Workers.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting the lives of people in need, working within a committed team, and driven to be the face of the organisation. Do you have excellent time management, communication, and a can-do attitude? Then this could be the role for you!
Field care supervisor
Salary: £28,340 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week – various shifts including weekend work and evenings as required.
On call hours: The post holder would be required to be part of the monthly on-call rota, on-call services operate between 6am and 12am.
Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Travel required around West Sussex
Reporting to: Head of Care
Overview:
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting the lives of people in need, working within a committed team, and driven to be the face of the organisation. You will ensure the Care Service provides a high-quality, person-centred service to all its users. This is a rewarding role with an organisation that prioritises a fair, equal and supportive culture.
Do you have excellent time management, communication, and leadership skills? Then this could be the role for you!
What we offer…
· 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
· Your birthday off every year
· Free DBS Check
· Care Certificate and other development opportunities
· Cycle to Work
· Refer a Friend bonus
· Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support for health and wellbeing
. Backpack with carers toolkit
Job Description
Essential
· Minimum of 1 year experience within domiciliary care setting
· Ability to Communicate effectively at all levels and provide information to people with diverse support needs and abilities
· Ability to work within safeguarding protocols, ensuring accurate recording and reporting
· Right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship or relocation packages at present
· DBS Check (completed upon joining)
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the role includes ‘regulated activity’ and requires an enhanced plus barring check. Individuals on the Adults’ Barred List should not apply and it is a criminal offence to do so.’ Information will be requested about any previous – including spent – convictions, cautions, reprimands, warnings or bind-overs
