Care Assistant

Home Instead; Ripon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider of home care services is looking for Care Assistants in Harrogate, Ripon, and Thirsk. The role requires a compassionate individual who is reliable and has a passion for supporting others. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily activities, developing professional friendships, and delivering outstanding service. The ideal candidate must reside in the local area and have access to reliable transport. Comprehensive training and support are provided to all new hires.

Benefits

Real Living Wage Employer

Guaranteed hours

Birthday as a holiday

Travel Allowance

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring attitude towards clients.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Must reside in Harrogate, Ripon, or Thirsk.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Build professional friendships with clients and engage in conversations.
• Assist clients in everyday activities and provide personalised support.

Skills

Ability to treat and care for clients with dignity and respect

Good communication skills

Organised and reliable

Ability to adapt to change quickly

Job description

The role is UK based and the right to work in the UK will need to be established as part of the recruitment process

Home Insteadis the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want tojoin our team inHarrogate, Ripon and Thirskas a Care Assistant or as we like to call youa Care Professional .

We offer excellent support and benefits:

• We are a Real Living Wage Employer
• Guaranteed hours- part time or full time
• Birthdays are special, so your BIRTHDAYis a holiday
• £13.00-£14.00an hour (depending on qualifications)
• Length of service pay increases and rewards
• 24 hour/7 days managementsupport and guidance
• Travel Allowance paid between client visits at £12.00 an hour
• MileageAllowance at 40pa mile from HOME to HOME
• Paid DBS Check
• Paid Annual MOT Check
• Paid Award Winning Training which is ongoing to support you
• Retail Discount Scheme to support you and your family
• Employee Assistance Wellbeing Programme
• Refer a FriendBonus scheme
• Career development and progression

We match our Care Professionalsto our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust whichenables us to provide personalised support.

Job Description

You will have a passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service. You will be reliable, trustworthy and respectful. You will enjoy building professional friendships and be comfortable spending time in the company of others. We need fantastic people who have a 'can-do' positive attitude and who love working as part of a team.

Our Care Professionalssupport our clients with everyday activities from assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation to shopping and having great conversations eachand every day of the year.

Qualifications

• Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect
• Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations
• Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner
• Willingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionals
• Respect for people with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own and who may have a range of medical conditions.
• Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions
• Excellent time keeper who is organised and reliable
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice
• Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance
• Good level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job
• This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body
• You will need access to reliable transport
• You must be residing in the areas of Harrogate , Ripon and thirsk

Ourfully fundedtraining will provide you with all you need to know and we have a great support team in place. Please note that we require you to have access to reliable transport.

Additional Information

If you're interestedin joining our team and you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you...

Please click on 'I'm Interested' or alternatively, contact us on01423 774490

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.