Care Assistant

Unique Senior Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in domiciliary care is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to provide high-quality support to clients in their homes. This rewarding role offers flexible working hours, including early mornings and evenings, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. With competitive pay rates and a range of benefits including holiday pay and a pension scheme, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment. Join a team that values compassion and dedication, and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in care.

Benefits

Bank Holiday Pay

Holiday Pay

Mileage Reimbursement

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card

Birthday Recognition

Wellbeing Sessions

Career Progression

Ability to Purchase Additional Leave

Recognition Award

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks including bathing and dressing.
• Administer medications and provide emotional support.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Medication Administration

Meal Preparation

Education

Care Certificate

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Job Description

Care Assistant - Domiciliary Care -Solihull - up to £28 per hour

Full Time and Part Time hours available. We are especially looking for Carers to work early mornings from 7am – 9am and evenings 7pm – 10pm. As part of your rota, you can work either alternate weekends or work on the same one day every weekend.

• Bank Holiday pay from £28 per hour
• Holiday Pay – Depending on hours worked plus an extra 1 week after 10 years
• Mileage Paid at 30p per mile with the ability to claim mileage back on HMRC app
• Pension Scheme 3%
• Blue light card - fully funded
• Birthday recognition (and if no sickness in the year, you can have your birthday off)
• EAP and wellbeing sessions
• Recognition Award – Monthly
• Life in Progress – Counselling (faster referral)
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave, up to 1 week per year
  
  

Job Description

Care Assistant - Domiciliary Care -Solihull - up to £28 per hour

Full Time and Part Time hours available. We are especially looking for Carers to work early mornings from 7am – 9am and evenings 7pm – 10pm. As part of your rota, you can work either alternate weekends or work on the same one day every weekend.

Full UK Driving License, Car and Business Insurance is required.

• Bank Holiday pay from £28 per hour
• Contracted hours available, from 10 - 25 hours dependant on availability
• Holiday Pay – Depending on hours worked plus an extra 1 week after 10 years
• Mileage Paid at 30p per mile with the ability to claim mileage back on HMRC app
• Pension Scheme 3%
• Refer a friend £500
• Blue light card - fully funded
• Birthday recognition (and if no sickness in the year, you can have your birthday off)
• EAP and wellbeing sessions
• Recognition Award – Monthly
• Life in Progress – Counselling (faster referral)
• Career Progression
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave, up to 1 week per year
  
  

Our philosophy of People, above all else is prevalent in everything we do. Across the region, we are renowned for providing outstanding high-quality person-centred care to clients in their own homes to enable them to live independently. Our management team pride themselves on the bespoke support network they offer for every individual they work with. They offer out of hours assistance and ensure your workload enables you to be happy and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. The team have many years' experience to guide you along your journey and assist where you need to grow and make this your profession.

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants who want a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of others. We offer opportunities for career advancement and professional development; comprehensive training and ongoing support; and a positive and friendly work environment.

As Care Assistant you will provide care and support to individuals who require assistance with daily living tasks. Your role will be to ensure that each client receives personalised care that promotes their dignity and enhances their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks, bathing, toileting and dressing
• Administer medications in accordance with prescribed instructions
• Provide emotional and social support, engaging in activities that promote physical and mental wellbeing
• Help with meal preparation, service and feeding and monitoring dietary needs
• Keep accurate records of care provided including daily activities and observations
• Provide mobility assistance such as transferring clients from bed to chairs or wheelchairs
• Maintain a clean and safe environment including assisting with housekeeping tasks and ensuring proper infection control procedures are followed
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a care setting is desirable but not essential
• A compassionate and caring nature with the ability to empathise with others
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues
• A patient and calm demeanour with the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when required
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Driving Licence and access to a car
• Right to work in the UK
  
  

Unique Senior Care offer a comprehensive training program, competitive salary and supportive team environment where you can develop your skills and progress in your career. If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career in the care industry, we would welcome your application. Apply today and take the first step towards making a positive impact on the lives of others.

The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. If successful in being appointed this position, we will carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced criminal record check.

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Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.

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