Care and Support Worker

North Yorkshire Council; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community health service in Harrogate is looking for compassionate individuals to start a rewarding career in adult social care. No specific experience or qualifications are needed, and full training will be provided. This role offers flexible working hours and the chance to make a significant difference in people's lives, supporting them to live healthier and more independent lives.

Benefits

Full training provided

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate attitude required.
• Eager to learn and deliver vital care.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in residential care facilities and at home.
• Provide care and assistance to enhance quality of life.

Job description

Overview

Location: Harrogate Area

Hours: Full and Part-time roles available

Contact us to find out more at www.makecarematter.co.uk

There has never been a better time to consider a career in care.

Working in adult social care, you will make a real difference to people's lives every day.

The Adult social care is a growing sector offering a wide range of opportunities for progression and roles that are as diverse as the people you could support.

Working in care can be challenging, but it’s a career that offers job satisfaction; excellent work life balance and continued training and development as well as the chance to make a difference. People who work in the sector can tell you themselves how rewarding a career in care can be.

Qualifications

What experience/qualifications do I need?

You do not need specific experience or qualifications to be able to start your career in care. If you are caring and compassionate and willing to get stuck in, we will have a role for you. To be a success you will be eager to learn and have the ability to deliver vital care and support to those in need. All relevant training and support will often be provided by your employer to support your development and start your career journey in care. If you are interested, most employers offer you the opportunity to study towards social care qualifications such as level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care once you have started in the role.

Why choose a career in care?

There are a number of reasons why a career in care could be for you:

• No qualifications needed
• Full training given
• Flexible Working
• Care as a career
• Make a difference

Our aim is to make care matter, supporting people in North Yorkshire to live longer, healthier, more independent lives and you can be a key part of this.

Roles available

If you’re are just starting your career and not sure what you want to do, a job in care can be the gateway to a variety of careers and professions. It can help you gain the vital skills and experience you need to progress into nursing, social work, occupational therapy or medicine to name a few.

What roles are available?

Work can take place in a variety of settings, residential care facilities (Care Homes), respite care (Day Care Centres), care in peoples own homes, and out in the community, so whether you are someone who likes to be out and about or whether you would prefer to be in one place, we have something for you!

We operate 24/7 and can therefore consider availability for a variety of hours and times.

Apply

Apply now! And a member of the Make Care Matter Team will in touch to discuss our current vacancies.