Care Assistants

Alignedsupportservices; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher Pay Rates

Flexible Pay options

Access to a company car

Weekly pay

On-going assignments

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking Care Assistants in the Derbyshire area. This role offers flexibility with shift patterns, competitive pay rates, and various work settings. Candidates should have at least 6 months of paid experience in care, good English communication skills, and a willingness to apply for a DBS check. This is an ideal opportunity for those looking to work on a zero hour or temporary contract while making a positive difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months paid UK work experience in Care, Support, or Domiciliary work setting.
• Hold a valid DBS or willing to apply.
• Completed mandatory training within the last 12 months.
• Good level of English (written & verbal).
• Mandatory training completed within the last 12 months or willing to complete online refreshers.

Responsibilities

• Promote the welfare, safety, and well-being of service users.
• Monitor and complete observations as required.
• Assisting with personal hygiene and daily routines.
• Complete paperwork and records and assist with daily routines.

Skills

Experience in care work

Good communication skills (English)

Ability to follow care plans

Education

Health and Social Education qualification

Tools

DBS Update Service

UK Driving Licence

Job description

If you enjoy helping people and want to make a positive difference to their lives, this job could be perfect for you! We are looking for experienced Care Assistants who want to be rewarded for their time.

Be your own boss, work flexibility and choose your shifts.

Aligned Support Services are currently recruiting Care Assistants around Derbyshire and Derby (DE).

As a Care Assistant you would work in a variety of placements across the county.

Please note this is Agency/Temp Work suitable for those requiring full control of their work pattern. You can choose the hours and days that suit you, both full time, part time or to fit around another job.

If you have experience working within care, support, hospitals or are studying towards a Health and Social Education based qualification – We want to hear from you!

Job responsibility:

• To promote the welfare, safety, personal development and well-being of service users
• Protecting the confidentiality of all service users
• To recognise signs of abuse and immediately report through the necessary channels.
• To follow instructions and care plans at individual settings/ placements
• To participate in the day-to-day operation of the service provided in accordance with organisational guidelines and objectives
• Complete all necessary paperwork and records.
• Monitoring and completing observations as required
• Assisting with all daily routines including personal hygiene and appearance

Shifts can be:

• Days (Mornings or Lates)
• 12-hour shifts
• Waking Nights

Job Types:

Zero Hour Contract, Temporary contract.

Very competitive rates, based on experience.

Experience:

Support work, care work and health care assistants: 6 months (preferred)

License/certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred but not required)

Work Location:

Covering shifts in and around Derby (DE) and Derbyshire area

Benefits of joining Aligned Support Services Healthcare:

• Higher Pay Rates and Flexible Pay options (Umbrella, PAYE)
• Access to a company car or arranged transport for some work placements.
• Flexible working hours and shift patterns to suit your needs
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Rewarding Career opportunities
• Working with one of East Midlands leading Recruitment agencies
• Weekly pay
• On-going assignments
• Enhanced bank holiday pay

Candidates will:

• Hold a valid DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one with our guidance. If you have a DBS that is registered with the online update service, we can offer you work more quickly.
• Will have AT LEAST 6 months paid UK work experience in Care, Support, or Domiciliary work setting.
• Have a good level of English (written & verbal) skills.
• Completed Mandatory Training within the last 12 months and have access to the training certificates. If your mandatory training has expired, you will need to complete online refresher courses. We can offer guidance and support with this.
• Able to provide a min of two references to cover the last 5 years, prior to starting your assignment.
• Flexible to travel to different work locations to cover shifts according to your preferences.

If you are interested in this type of work, please complete the application form, send in your CV along with a contact telephone number and email address or call us on 07958 439624.