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Want to make a real difference? Join Age UK York
If you are driven by making a difference to people’s lives, we want to hear from you.
At Age UK York, we have a variety of roles which all designed to support older people, their families and carers. From Money and Benefits Advisors, Community Workers through to Care Workers. We have a dedicated team of over 100 staff and 250 volunteers. When you join Age UK York you aren’t just joining a team, you’re joining a community of friendly and caring people passionate about their work and the impact on everyday life. Everyone who works for us is part of making sure nobody fears aging.
Whether you’re just starting out in your career or already have experience, we have positions which are rewarding and can help develop your skills and passion.
Apply
To apply for these positions, please send a CV and a covering letter explaining suitablilty and experience for the position. You should make reference to the job description and the criteria.
The CV and letter should be sent to recruitment@ageukyork.org.uk
Trainee Information and Advice Worker
Part Time – 21 hours per week
Salary (Full Time): £21,898 pro rata rising to £22,555 pro rata on satisfactory completion of probationary period
Are you a good listener, able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people? Are you an effective problem solver? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people living in York though your work?
Age UK York has been supporting older people in York to live more rewarding lives for over 50 years. We are recruiting a trainee Information and Advice worker (part time – 21 hours) to support our service users on a wide range of matters from social activities to pensions and benefits. You’ll be dealing with a diverse group of people by telephone, online, and face-to-face.
If you’ve got the right aptitude we’re prepared to train you to be effective in the role and will support you to gain an NVQ 3 in Advice and Guidance. For an informal discussion about this opportunity call Nic on 01904 933603.
Full Job Description and Person Specification
To apply please send a CV with a covering letter explaining why you think you would be make a good I&A worker to recruitment@ageukyork.org.uk Please use I&A APPLICATION as the email subject. The closing date for applications is 9am on 6th May 2024.
Dayclub Worker
Are you looking for a role that is varied and challenging, where you have the potential to make a real difference and improve the lives of older people in York? Do you like to socialise and run activities? Do you like an active role instead of an office role?
If so, we at Age UK York are recruiting Day Club Workers to work as part of our Day Club Team.
Age UK York’s Day Clubs offer older people a stimulating social environment where they can participate in a range of activities, make new friends and receive a hot meal.
These are exciting roles for people with a commitment to supporting older people to maintain and improve their well-being and quality of life.
You will have a flexible approach, a willingness to try new things and use your creativity at work. Experience of previous work with older people would be particularly welcome.
The current vacancies we have are:
Up to 30hrs per week 9am-3pm weekdays. We are particularly in need on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
There may be opportunities for additional hours on an occasional basis.
Please note that this is a fixed term role until 30th September 2024.
What we offer
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£12 per hour
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Contract hours
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Generous holiday leave
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Full training provided
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Career progression opportunities
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Wellbeing initiatives including access to Employee Assistance Programme
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Access to discounts at major retailers
About you
To be considered for this role you will be someone who:
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Enjoys interacting with and supporting older people.
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Enjoys trying new things and wanst to use your creativity at work.
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Is able to organise activities for others
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Enjoys being active at work
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Has excellent communication skills
How to apply
Please let us know if you are interested by sending us a CV and a covering letter explaining how you fit the role. Please email them to recruitment@ageukyork.org.uk
Applications are being reviewed as they come in so, please apply soon if you are interested.
If you would like some more information please feel free to contact Maria Pickard on 01904 933 616.
Domiciliary Care Worker (Bridge the Gap)
Are you looking for a career in care?
Age UK York are recruiting for dedicated care workers to provide high-quality person-centred care to people living in their own homes. Car driver essential.
Care workers provide a flexible and adaptive service which responds to the needs and wishes of the clients, enabling positive outcomes.
The Role.
Age UK York’s Bridge the Gap Care Service is a domiciliary care service that provides personal care to people living within their own homes whilst maintaining their independence. Services are provided to adults with a wide range of health care and social care needs, including physical disabilities, mental health needs and dementia.
This could include:
Assisting in/out of bed.
Preparation and serving of meals.
Administering medication.
Personal care including bathing and showering.
Social Calls.
Requirements.
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.
Honest, caring and reliable.
Willingness to work alone and as part of a team.
Ability to communicate with people at all levels.
Understand the needs of vulnerable clients.
Must have the right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS Security Clearance. (Age UK York will fund this).
Hours.
ZERO hours
Salary:
£12.35 per hour increasing to £13.59 per hour after 7pm and weekends.
45p per mile paid starting from your home address, this also includes travel time.
Location.
York and the surrounding areas.
Age UK York’s Benefits.
Full training and induction.
Enrolment and support to complete NVQ’s/Diploma’s.
Generous paid holidays.
Pension Contributions.
Free DBS Check.
Free flu jab.
Discounted Age UK Insurance policies.
For more information and a discussion about the role please contact the CQC Registered Manager, Anne-Marie Miles on 01904 627995.
Alternatively, CV’s can be sent directly to: recruitment@ageukyork.org.uk
Applications are also accepted via the website: www.ageuk.org.uk/york