Care Assistant

Carefound Home Care; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking kind-hearted individuals for the role of Professional Care Assistant. This rewarding position offers the chance to make a genuine difference in clients' lives while enjoying flexible working hours and above-average pay. Comprehensive training is provided, ensuring you have all the necessary skills to excel in this role. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for those looking to embark on a fulfilling career in social care.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Career progression opportunities

Paid holidays

Pension scheme

Free employee assistance programme

Funded DBS check

Instant access to earnings

Pay enhancements for qualifications

Double pay on bank holidays

Paid mileage at 45p per mile

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence and your own car.
• Warm, patient, and compassionate with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Companionship

Education

No prior experience required

Tools

Smartphone app

Job description

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At Carefound Home Care, we're rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we offer the best career in social care.

We're looking for kind-hearted people to join us as a Professional Care Assistant in Cheadle and surrounding areas.

No prior experience is necessary to join as a Community Care Assistant, as we will train you with all the skills needed. You just need a full UK driving licence and your own car, and to be keen to make a genuine difference in our clients' lives.

If you're seeking a flexible career with guaranteed pay that involves making a positive impact, consider working as a Professional Care Worker with Carefound Home Care. We offer an excellent employment package including paid travel time, career progression, and support.

Benefits of our Care Assistant role include:

• Work in Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Cheadle, Knutsford, Macclesfield, and surrounding areas
• Flexible or guaranteed hours contracts to suit your lifestyle
• Above industry average pay of £14.25 to £15.75 per hour (including paid travel time)
• Double pay on bank holidays and designated holidays
• Paid travel time at your standard hourly rate
• Paid mileage at 45p per mile
• Pay enhancements for qualifications and long-term commitment
• Instant access to your earnings between paychecks
• Earn up to £500 for referring a friend
• Employment benefits including paid holidays and pension scheme
• Full in-house induction training, with over £350 pay on completion
• Support for further training, including diploma qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• 24/7 local support from a care manager and team
• Free employee assistance programme
• Funded DBS check
• Minimum 1-hour visits

As a Care Assistant, you'll build relationships and routines with clients to support their well-being at home. You should be warm, patient, compassionate, and have a positive attitude. Your duties may include:

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care
• Assisting with mobility and activity
• Helping with medication or specialized needs
• Assisting with household tasks and cooking
• Running errands such as shopping or prescriptions
• Using our app via smartphone

If you're interested in becoming a Care Assistant in Cheadle, apply today. We look forward to hearing from you.

Salary: £14.25 to £15.75 per hour (including paid travel time), paid mileage at 45p per mile, and double pay on bank holidays.