Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Peterlee; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Paid mileage

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Flexible hours

Paid training

Job summary

CCH Group in Peterlee is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide dedicated support to local residents. You will build trusted relationships, assist with daily tasks, and help maintain independence in the community.

No car needed; cycle to work, paid mileage, flexible hours, DBS required, right to work in the UK. Full training and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels.
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with our specific client group.
• Successfully passed DBS screening.
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times.
• Demonstrate eagerness to engage in vocational training programs, continually enhancing skills and knowledge.
• Display initiative and autonomy.

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.

Skills

Effective communication

Empathy

Patience

Autonomy

Job description

At CCH Group, we are more than just a care provider. We are a supportive community with a proud history of raising standards in care since 2009. Today, we are the largest care company in the United Kingdom, with more than 260 locations and 14,000 care professionals delivering 1.5 million hours of care every month.

Job Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant seeking a fulfilling role? CCH Group are looking for individuals like you to join our team!

Pay Rate:£13.30 per hour, plus paid mileage
Location:Peterlee
Hours:Flexible

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship

We understand thatnot everyone drives. Ifyou travel bybicycle,you are very welcome tojoin us.With ourcycle to work schemeand localised rotas, this is an excellent opportunity for those who want to make a difference in their own community without needing a car.

CCH is in search of a caring and empathetic Care Assistant to provide dedicated support to the local people of Peterlee, ensuring their needs are met with kindness and professionalism.

As an integral member of CCH, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the well-being and quality of life of each individual under your care.
Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

The Successful Assistant will ensure this is done with the highest level of understanding and dignity for our clients.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey where every interaction counts, join us in creating a warm and supportive environment with our clients.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the team?

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with our specific client group
• Successfully passed DBS screening
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times
• Demonstrate eagerness to engage in vocational training programs, continually enhancing skills and knowledge
• Display initiative and autonomy

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

• Enhanced occupationalmaternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupationalpaternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Benefits andWell-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave(pro rata)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend scheme– earn £300 per referral!
• Blue Light Cardeligibility – 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 ourin-house app
• Work for thelargest care companyin the UK!
• No experience necessary