Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading care company as a Care Assistant and make a difference in the lives of local people. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to provide essential support to clients in their homes. You'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to maintaining clients' independence and dignity. With no experience necessary, this position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in care. Enjoy benefits like enhanced maternity and paternity pay, paid training, and opportunities for self-development. Be part of a transformative journey in the care industry!

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Enhanced paternity pay

Death in Service Payment

Well-being Platform

28 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral

Blue Light Card eligibility

Paid training

Self-development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A responsible and dedicated approach to work is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and prevent loneliness for clients.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene tasks.
• Help with medication management and meal preparation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive Attitude

Flexibility

Job description

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Comfort Call (a part of CCH Group).

Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Houghton Le Spring & Surrounding Areas.

Bring your caring and compassionate attitude to our fantastic team.

As a Comfort Call, 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!

Shifts available:Flexible hours that work for you!

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Benefits and Well-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!
• Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands for you
• Flexible hours, part and full time available
• Local work and paid mileage
• Paid training – online and face to face
• Self-development – progression opportunities
• Access to our in-house app
• Work for the largest care company in the UK!
• No experience necessary
• Book an interview at a time and date to suit you!

Job Description

The kind of things you may help with?

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

Qualifications

What you’ll need?

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

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech, and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.