At Oxford Aunts (OA), we’re all about providing the very best home care to those who need it, and we know that starts with finding the right people. That’s where our experienced recruitment team comes in! We’re excited to introduce you to the friendly faces who are here to help you kickstart a fulfilling career in care. Vicki and Marie work hand in hand recruiting both live-in and hourly carers in and around Oxford. Tell us about yourself Vicki? “I have three children and two dogs, so I always have my hands full, but I love to be busy all of the time. I joined the OA team in December 2022. Firstly within the client services team but moved over
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At Oxford Aunts, we understand the crucial role our live-in carers play in caring for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Recognising the demanding nature of their responsibilities, we prioritise the mental health and well-being of our carers. We know that when carers are empowered with the support they need, they can deliver the exceptional care for which we are renowned. Recent research highlights mental health concerns as a primary cause of workplace absence in the UK. In response to this worrying trend, Oxford Aunts is committed to proactively addressing the mental health needs of our valued carers. Below, we outline our strategies for preventing burnout and promoting well-being among our dedicated carer teams. Extended breaks for renewal
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At Oxford Aunts, we are very proud of the high standards of care we have become renowned for, not only for our clients but for our carers too. To ensure we continue to be an employer of choice, every year we send out a survey to our carers to help understand how our teams feel about working with us as we value their opinion. Here we wanted to share some of the feedback we received. This could help you to decide whether Oxford Aunts is the right fit for you. Great Experience… Working as a carer is a very rewarding experience, not only because you are enabling people to remain living in their own home, but for other reasons too.
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If you are considering starting a rewarding career in care, you may ask yourself, how do I train to become a live-in carer? We are here to help answer this question. Although formal carer qualifications can be beneficial for showing your knowledge and skills, at Oxford Aunts we look beyond qualifications and consider experience across a range of care settings. This includes residential care or nursing homes, home care agencies or rest homes. If you have previously worked as a nurse, we believe that you will have the skills to be an Oxford Aunts carer. We will also consider experience gained from volunteering with charities involved in supporting disabled or older people. Our aim is to look for individuals who
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Why work as a live-in carer with Oxford Aunts If you are looking for a role within the care sector, there can be a lot to consider. You may be asking yourself “why Live-in care?” Here is why joining Oxford Aunts as a Live-in carer could be the right choice for you. We are a community of like-minded experts who are passionate about providing the very best support to our clients to live in the home they love. As you take care of our clients, we will take care of you to ensure that you can further develop your career through our ongoing training and support that is available for each individual. Along with this, as we offer longer placements,
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