Care Assistant

Jane Lewis Health & Social Care; Bayton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated health and social care provider in the Dudley Area seeks a compassionate Care Assistant to support an active gentleman with cerebral palsy. Responsibilities include assisting with mobility, personal care, and community access. Applicants should have experience with disabilities, excellent communication skills, and a full driving license. Flexible shifts and comprehensive training will be provided, with opportunities for further development.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

24/7 support from branch team

Comprehensive free training

Opportunities for further development

Free DBS check

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience supporting individuals with physical and/or learning disabilities.
• Genuine interest in active support and helping achieve personal goals.
• Excellent communication skills with high standard of English.
• Full UK driving licence with no penalty points.
• Current DBS or willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support a gentleman with cerebral palsy in living independently.
• Assist with mobility, personal care, and community access.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Interest in active support

Excellent communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Ability to build trust and rapport

Job description

Overview

Care Assistant – Supporting Independent Living (Dudley Area)

Reference: CA/DUDLEY/6

Pay Rate: £14.57 – £20.30 per hour (Inclusive of holiday pay)

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant to support a 37-year-old active gentleman with cerebral palsy in living independently in his own home. The client requires assistance with mobility, personal care, and community access for a wide range of activities. Support is provided 24 hours a day, split between day and night shifts.

What You 27ll Need

Essential

• Minimum 6 months experience supporting individuals with physical and/or learning disabilities.
• A genuine interest in active support and a commitment to helping the client achieve his personal goals.
• Excellent communication skills with a high standard of English, both verbal and written, to liaise effectively with the client and his wider care team.
• A full UK driving licence with no penalty points, and confidence in driving the client7s vehicle.
• A current DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check (paid for by us).
• Ability to build trust and rapport with the client and become a long-term member of his care team.

Desirable

• Makaton training
• Experience with hydrotherapy pool support

As a Care Assistant we can offer you:

• Flexible shifts that fit around you
• 24/7 support from our branch team
• Comprehensive free training
• Opportunity for further development, including access to NVQs
• Free DBS Check
• Weekly Pay

If you are a motivated and caring individual, please apply to be a Care Assistant in Dudley today.

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