Care Assistant

Alina Homecare; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Cambridge seeks a Care Assistant to deliver compassionate care to clients in their homes. This role offers flexibility with full and part-time hours and does not require prior experience as you will receive advanced training. Key responsibilities include providing personal care, companionship, and assisting with medication. Enjoy benefits such as a joining bonus, competitive pay rates, and 24/7 wellbeing support, making a meaningful impact in your community.

Benefits

Joining bonus* - up to £500

Flexible & guaranteed hours

Competitive payrates - up to £16.85

24/7 wellbeing support

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid holiday & training

Pension scheme

Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays

Qualifications

• No prior experience or qualifications required, as you'll receive advanced training.
• Must have a driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Must demonstrate a dedicated and responsible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage medication collection and reminders.
• Prepare meals for clients.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment.
• Support clients with mobility.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Cambridge. Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Cambridge and surrounding areas. Bring your caring and compassionate attitude to our fantastic Team. As an Alina Homecare Care Assistant, you’ll deliver award winning care to support our clients in their own homes to maintain their independence, dignity and self worth. Every day is different!

Responsibilities

• Companionship - being a friendly face & preventing loneliness
• Personal Care - all aspects of personal hygiene
• Medication - collecting prescriptions & providing reminders
• Mealtimes - preparing tasty meals
• Housekeeping - keeping their home just the way they like it
• Mobility - help with getting around

Youll enjoy

• Joining bonus* - up to £500
• Flexible & guaranteed hours - including full & part time hours
• Competitive payrates - earn up to £16.85
• 24/7 wellbeing support - nurturing your mental health
• Exclusive staff discounts - big deals on top brands
• Self development - career opportunities if you want
• Local work & paid mileage - short commutes helping local people (Mileage paid every two weeks)
• Paid holiday & training - to support your career
• Enhanced pay - for weekends & bank holidays
• Pension - to help prepare for your future
• Refer-a-Friend scheme* - earn £500 for every friend that starts with us

*T&Cs apply

You need

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work
• A driving licence & access to a vehicle

You’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Alina Homecare Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver our high standards of quality care so previous experience or qualifications aren’t required.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the 'Alina Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!

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