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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
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
Charity Shop Manager
Charity Shop Manager
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our best-performing charity shop on Bishopthorpe Road as a Shop Manager. The shop is in the heart of Bishopthorpe Rd and has a well-established volunteer and customer base. If you are looking for a shop with a great community feeling this is the role for you. You will provide a welcoming atmosphere for shoppers and volunteers encouraging donations and sales.
Age UK York is a on a mission to ensure no one fears aging. Our teams provide a wide range of services which make a valuable difference to the needs and lives of older people across York. As Shop Manager in our retail team your role helps generate money to help fund the vital services we offer. The money raised in York helps the people in York and has a big impact on the support we can provide for each older person.
About you
Does this sound like you?
- Enjoy being creative with merchandising.
- Relish the challenge of reaching targets in a team environment.
- Thrive working with other people, especially volunteers.
- Have experience banking and managing shop paperwork.
- Have a retail background.
- Care about older people.
What we offer
Pay £11.44 per hour.
Hours 21 hours.
This is a part-time role, Mon-Wed. Working hours are 8.45 am to 4.15pm.
Perks
Generous holidays 26.5 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time), extra holidays for long service.
Enhanced sick pay over 6 months service.
24/7 Wellbeing support line to help you and your partner.
Access to charity discounts.
Genuinely friendly colleagues who care about their work.
Support for career development.
If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@ageukyork.org.uk.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact our HR Manager Rebecca on 01904 933609.