Care Assistant

Alina Homecare; Farnham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care service provider in Farnham is looking for community-based care assistants. Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, and support for medical appointments. Applicants must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle. The position offers flexible working hours, competitive pay up to £16.80 per hour, and numerous training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee discounts on brands

Wellbeing support

Guaranteed hours contract

Free Care Certificate

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle.
• DBS checks required.

Responsibilities

• Light cleaning and laundry.
• Support with medical appointments.
• Provide community-based care.

Skills

Driving licence

Personal care

Meal preparation

Job description

Overview

In order to ensure the safety of staff and the vulnerable people we support during the Covid-19 pandemic, all staff will be required to comply with company, PHE and government recommendations including weekly testing. Mileage allowance. Opportunity to study for Diploma in Health and Social Care. Roles are subject to DBS checks (free).

Responsibilities

• Light cleaning
• Laundry
• Shopping
• Meal preparation
• Medication administration
• Personal care (e.g., helping to get dressed, washing and bathing)
• Assisting with medical appointments
• Support with day centres, appointments and social activities
• Provide community-based care requiring a valid driving licence and own vehicle

Requirements

• Must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle due to the role being community based
• DBS checks (free) required

Benefits and Perks

• Exclusive Care Assistant employee discounts on brands
• Excellent support from office staff and existing care assistants
• Competitive car leasing deals for you, your family and friends
• Wellbeing support for mind, body and soul
• Additional earnings: up to £16.80 per hour with enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Guaranteed hours up to 20 hours per week
• Flexible hours: part-time, full-time, weekday, weekend, morning, evening
• Career development opportunities (Alina Care Assistant Ambassador Scheme)
• Local work
• Training: induction, ongoing training and access to The Alina Academy
• Free care assistant uniform
• £500 referral scheme
• Free Care Certificate
• Annual leave
• Other benefits: guaranteed hours contract, excellent training and support

To apply, contact our friendly team today or visit our website for more information: 03300552222 or www.alinahomecare.com/privacy