Childrens Care Assistant - Days

Alcedo Care; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Paid training after 1 week

Referral scheme £250 per successful re

Mileage contribution for drivers

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS check

Job summary

Alcedo Care Chester is seeking a Childrens Care Assistant to support families in Chester, Ellesmere Port and Blacon. You will provide personal care, assist with meals and daily routines, and help maintain independence in clients' own homes.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided. We offer flexible shifts from 20 to 40 hours per week, enhanced bank holiday pay, paid training after one week, a referral bonus, mileage contributions for drivers, and access to our Employee

Qualifications

• The role involves personal care including continence support, washing, dressing and supporting with medication.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including continence support, washing and dressing.
• Support with medication, meal preparation and household tasks.
• Promote independence and bring joy to those supported.

Job description

Join Alcedo Care Chester as a Childrens Care Assistant working within the areas of Chester, Ellesmere Port and Blacon.

Excellent rates of pay £14.50 - £15.00 per hour + Pension + Holiday Pay (equivalent to £16.74 - £17.31 per hour including holiday pay & pension)

We are offering a free DBS check!

Expected average hours - 20 to 40 hours plus per week. Shifts are flexible and we also have opportunities for short shifts or 12-hour shifts days or nights.

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring nature, and desire to support individuals in their own homes as a Childrens Care Assistant?

Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years. You'll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Paid training following successful completion of 1 week's work
• Extra earnings through our referral scheme - £250 for every successful referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full-time, part time and casual)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support
• We are offering a free DBS check!

We're proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 25 branches across the North-West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire and Wales. We deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in-house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Care Assistant, recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award.

We believe in helping you develop in your career with Alcedo Care. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

About The Role

The Care Assistant role involves personal care including continence support, washing, dressing as well as supporting with medication, meal preparation and helping with household tasks. Just as importantly, you'll promote people's independence, whilst bringing a real sense of joy to those you support.

You do not need previous experience to join your team, as all training is provided to boost your skills and confidence.

Due to the nature of the role, including personal care, unsupervised work with vulnerable individuals and the need to work flexible hours including late evenings and weekends, applicants must be aged 18 or over. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Join Our Team

If you're ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, we'd love to hear from you. Our dedicated recruitment team is on hand to guide you through the process.