Kaleidoscope Care
 Make staying at home the better choice

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Our carers and support staff have brought independence and a better life to hundreds of clients.  We have seen people live happier lives and, some, we have assisted so that they no longer need help.  The aim of the service is to do this so well, that we are never short of this worthwhile and rewarding work.

We are always searching for dedicated, professional carers for North Herefordshire and / or S Shropshire.  You will need to be flexible but we will, in return, work to keep you fully employed for the time you say you are available.  With current demand, we welcome carers who can work over thirty hours a week, but there are significant openings for part-time working.  If you feel we might be able to offer a rewarding opportunity, please e-mail us at lorna@kalcare.co.uk   You can ring us on 01568 611160 for more information

You can fill in the form here and either e-mail it back to us, or send it to our offices at Kaleidoscope Care, 1 Lion Court, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 8LS

This demanding but rewarding occupation offers opportunities for training and development.  They are included as part of carers' employment and we are keen to see carers attend courses.  They include:

Moving and Handling

The Safe Handling of Medicines

Fire Safety

Health and Safety

Hygiene for Carers

Food Hygiene

Infection Control

First Aid

Other specialist courses include: 

Dementia Care, Challenging Behaviour, Nutrition,

In addition, we run an approved NVQ2 training scheme.  We must ensure compliance with the legal requirement for over 50% Qualified NVQ 2 staff.  Every other person must be in training for NVQ 2.  Several of our carers have already reached NVQ 3 standards and we arrange NVQ3 training for selected staff members.  Two members of staff are studying for The Registered Managers Award.

We run a common induction course for all new carers covering the key areas and practices essential before anyone can commence work.  In addition, thorough training is given in the use of company paperwork and specific company operating methods.  Following this, new carers are sent out on assignments with existing experienced carers to observe and learn about what has to be done, and equally importantly, to get to know the people we are caring for.  In addition, the company provides an excellent handbook.

This method is designed to prepare new carers for their work, arming them with knowledge, removing uncertainty and preparing them to be able to build experience and increase their professionalism.  The opportunity to get to know those they will care for in advance removes the stress of meeting strangers and builds trust in advance.  Equally, the same applies to our clients, so they will not be faced with an unknown carer, new to the company and, perhaps, even new to caring.   All this goes towards a higher quality of service.
 
We are very keen to develop our staff and take a full part in the trend towards an effective, well managed Domiciliary Care Sector

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