Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Addington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying flexible shift patterns that fit your lifestyle. You will be supported in your career development with opportunities for nationally recognized qualifications and apprenticeship programs. With a focus on kindness and adaptability, you'll provide essential care and companionship to clients in their homes. Join a team that values your contributions and offers competitive benefits, including paid mileage and early pay access.

Benefits

Paid mileage of 35p per mile

Early Pay App

Referral bonus up to £100

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Support for nationally recognized qualifications

FREE Blue Light Card

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• No previous social care experience required, but must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to clients.
• Assist with mobility, medication, and household tasks.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Care Certificate

NVQs

Job description

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Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others join our amazing teams. We don't require previous social care experience; what we do need is the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're seeking a flexible job that fits your lifestyle, various shift patterns are available, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App allows you to request up to 50% of your pay in advance of payday
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us, giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities are available for existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important, and we can help you progress!
• FREE Blue Light Card provides national discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews are conducted based on the cost of living

Being a Care Assistant requires adaptability, kindness, and putting others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care, such as showering, bathing, and toileting
• Assisting with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping with household tasks like cleaning, cooking, and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or collecting prescriptions