Care Assistant - The Borough of Rochdale

jobs24.co.uk; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Care Professionals to join their team in Rochdale. This rewarding role involves providing high-quality, person-centred care to clients during morning, lunchtime, teatime, and bedtime visits. With a strong emphasis on companionship and personal care, you'll help clients maintain their independence and well-being. The company offers comprehensive training leading to a nationally recognized Certificate of Care, ensuring you are well-equipped to make a difference in the lives of those you care for. If you have a caring personality and a passion for helping others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Employee referral bonus programme

Mileage and travel time compensation

Fully paid award-winning training

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive discounts scheme

Blue Light Card

24 Hour emergency on-call system

Office Team Support Network

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; award-winning training provided.
• Must hold a full driving licence and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support for everyday tasks.
• Assist clients with personal care and accompany them to appointments.

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Driving

Education

Certificate of Care

Job description

If you're looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We're looking for Care Professionals who are available for morning, lunchtime, teatime, and bedtime visits. You must hold a full driving licence and have reliable transportation as some of our clients require accompanying to appointments. Home Instead carers are called Care Professionals, and being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With a minimum of 1-hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high-quality, person-centred care. Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit.
• Help with everyday tasks such as meal preparation and light housework.
• Accompanying clients to appointments or shopping.
• Personal care - supporting our clients with essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing, and grooming to keep them healthy and independent.

You aren't required to have experience for this role. We offer award-winning training which is a combination of e-learning and in-house workshops, leading to a nationally recognised Certificate of Care once completed.

Additional Information: Be part of the Home Instead Family and work with friendly, like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today or call us on 01706 249100 to learn more. THIS ROLE REQUIRES THAT THE APPLICANT RESIDES IN THE UK AND HAS THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.

Home Instead Rochdale covers the Borough of Rochdale, including Middleton, Heywood, Norden, Bamford, Littleborough, and Castleton.

Benefits include:

• Excellent pay rates - from £12.00 to £13.00 per hour, plus enhanced bank holiday rates.
• Minimum 1-hour calls - time to develop and build a great relationship with your client.
• Employee referral bonus programme.
• Mileage and travel time - @45p per mile/travel paid at minimum wage per hour.
• Training - fully paid award-winning training, ongoing support and development opportunities - NVQ Level 2 and 3, access to specialist training/qualifications such as Dementia and End of Life.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Exclusive discounts scheme - at supermarkets, utility providers, and more.
• Blue Light Card.
• Field Supervisor allocated to facilitate 'on the job' support/mentoring/training.
• Introductions/Shadowing visit to all clients.
• 24 Hour emergency on-call system.
• Office Team Support Network.