Care Assistant

Right at Home UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Right at Home Solent is seeking flexible and reliable Care Assistants to provide high-quality care for vulnerable adults in the Southampton and Fareham areas. This role promises exciting progression opportunities, with competitive pay and industry-leading training to support career development in healthcare.

Benefits

Premium hourly rates £14.74 including holiday pay

Flexible shifts close to home

Industry-leading training and ongoing support

Full PPE and required equipment provided

Access to a mental health first aider

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and valid UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle.
• Be available for early mornings/evenings/alternate weekends.
• Live within Southampton or the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Motivating clients to get the most out of their day.
• Assisting clients with personal care and administering medication.
• Shopping and meal preparation for clients.

Skills

Motivation

Compassion

Communication

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Right at Home Solent is aquality home-care provider in the local community. We cover Southampton, Fareham and surrounding areas, and our aim is tosupport vulnerable adults, older people and their families. Some of our services include, Personal Care Support,Dementia Care, Hospital to Home, Companionship, Outings, and much more.

Right at Home Solent is a friendly, professional, local homecare provider who recognises that its employees are its greatest asset. We are looking for CareGivers in Southampton and Fareham, who are flexible and reliable to help us provide the highest standard of care for our clients.

Are you looking for a successfulcareer in healthcare but unsure of where to start?

Need work that will fit in around your busy schedule but also offer progression?

Do you want to learn new skills and gain qualificationsbut also earn at the same time?

Working as a Care Assistant is a great way to gain the experience and qualifications you need to build a successful career in healthcareall while earninga great salary!

What we offer our Care Assistants:

• Premium hourly rates £14.74 (including holiday pay)and additional mileage pay
• Video interviews available through WhatsApp
• Flexible shifts close to home
• Industry leadingtraining and ongoing support to give you a head start in your career
• Issued with full PPE and required equipment to keep you safe at work
• An employer that really listens, values, and appreciates everything you do
• Access to a mental health first aider to support you
• The opportunity to be part of a ‘family feel’, supportive team of Care Assistants

Duties will include:

• Motivating Clients to get the most out of their day
• Personal care
• Administering medication
• Assisting Clients with washing and dressing
• Shopping
• Meal preparation
• Taking Clients for appointments or outings

Check out our industry leading training including areas such asPeg Feeding,Catheter Care, UTI, Blood Pressure and Wound Dressing as we work to bridge the gap between Care Assistant and District Nurse!

Requirements of a Care Assistant:

• Be available for early mornings/evenings/alternate weekends
• Must hold a full and valid UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle
• Must live within Southampton or the surrounding areas

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK AND CURRENTLY BE LIVING IN THE COUNTRY. OVERSEAS APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of personal or protected characteristics.