Care Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role is perfect for those looking for flexibility, with various shift patterns available. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others while enjoying benefits such as paid mileage, early pay access, and career development support. No prior experience is necessary, making it an ideal entry point into the rewarding field of care. If you're adaptable and kind-hearted, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid mileage of 35p per mile

Early Pay App

Referral bonus of £100

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Support for nationally recognized qualifications

FREE Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• No prior social care experience is required.
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to clients.
• Support with mobility and oversee medication.
• Assist with household tasks and errands.

Skills

Companionship

Personal Care

Adaptability

Kind-heartedness

Mobility Support

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. No prior social care experience is required. What we do need from you is to have 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 looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle, there are various shift patterns 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 – 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 to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us, and if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card – a national discount card for hundreds of retailers

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted, and put others first. Your role may include:

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