Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Peterlee; Hybrid; GBP 13,876 - 19,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Death in Service Payment

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Cycle to work scheme

Paid training (online and face to face)

Progression opportunities

Paid mileage

Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their team in County Durham. The role involves providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily tasks to enhance the well-being of clients. No prior experience is necessary; ongoing training will be provided. Benefits include flexible hours, enhanced pay, and various support programs. Join us to make a positive impact in your community while building a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels.
• Successfully passed DBS screening.
• Demonstrate eagerness to engage in vocational training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and prevent loneliness.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage medication reminders and collection.
• Prepare meals according to client needs.
• Maintain a clean living environment.
• Assist with mobility and getting around.

Skills

Effective communication

Sincere interest in client group

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Initiative and 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:£12.21 per hour
Location: County Durham
Hours: Flexible

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

As this role has service users spread out across County Durham, applicants are required to drive and have a valid UK Driving Licence.

CCH is in search of a caring and empathetic Care Assistant to provide dedicated support to the local people of County Durham, 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 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 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 company in the UK!
• No experience necessary

Book an interview at atime and date to suit you!