Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A local care service provider in Huntingdon is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to enhance the lives of clients in their homes. Responsibilities include companionship, personal care, medication management, and meal preparation. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work flexibly. Comprehensive training is provided, with a competitive pay rate up to £15.75 and various employee benefits, including paid mileage and 24/7 wellbeing support.

Benefits

Competitive payrates - earn up to £15.75

24/7 wellbeing support

Exclusive staff discounts

Career development opportunities

Local work & paid mileage

Paid holiday & training

Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays

Pension scheme

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Responsibility and flexibility in work approach.
• Driving license and access to a vehicle required.
• No prior experience or qualifications needed, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage medication reminders and prescription collection.
• Prepare meals for clients.
• Ensure housekeeping meets client preferences.
• Help with mobility and getting around.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Job description

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Huntingdon. Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Huntingdon 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

Requirements / Qualifications

• 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 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

Benefits

• Competitive payrates - earn up to £15.75
• 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

Refer-a-Friend scheme: earn £200 for every friend that starts with us.