Community Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care provider that values its staff and offers competitive pay for every minute worked. This role is perfect for compassionate Health Care Assistants looking to enhance their careers while making a difference in the community. With a focus on ongoing training and recognition, you will be part of a dedicated team providing essential support to individuals with diverse care needs. Enjoy flexible shift patterns and the opportunity to develop your skills in a rewarding environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to contribute positively, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Induction

Mileage Reimbursement

Ongoing Training & Development

Recognition & Rewards

Qualifications

• 1 year of care experience is required.
• Practical Manual Handling and Basic Life Support certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to individuals with various needs.
• Assist with daily living activities and support health management.

Skills

Caring skills

Communication skills

Manual handling

Basic Life Support

DBS certification

Experience with disabilities

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Care Certificate or NVQ qualification

Job description

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Join a care provider that values their Care workers and pays for every minute worked. Not only are you paid your hourly rate, but we also pay for mileage.

Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with MCS Healthcare!

MCS Healthcare is a CQC-regulated care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional support to individuals in the community, ranging from non-complex to complex care needs. We are passionate about enhancing lives, and we’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Health Care Assistants who have specialist experience and skills to join our growing team in the Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

Why Join Us?

At MCS Healthcare, we value our team members and recognize the critical role you play in providing quality care. We offer a supportive and rewarding environment where your dedication is appreciated, and your skills are honed. We do welcome those with previous NHS, Carer or Support Worker experience.

What We Offer:

• Paid Induction & Competency Signoffs: We value your time and pay you for it.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Claim back 20p per mile (up to 100 miles).
• Ongoing Training & Development: Enhance your skills with our online training programs.
• Recognition & Rewards: Enjoy Length in Service Awards and Employee of the Month accolades. What We’re Looking for dedicated professionals who meet the following criteria:
• Care Certificate or NVQ qualification.
• Experience with Catheter suctioning experience
• Practical Manual Handling/Basic Life Support certification
• Full UK Drivers License.
• Safeguarding level 2/3

Experience and needs in:

• Cerebral palsy
• Peg feeding and management
• learning disabilities and physical disabilities
• Dysphagia training preferred
• Medication administration
• Epilepsy
• Buccal midazolam administration
• Medications administration
• Manual handling specific training around Stera steady

Schedule:

• 12 hour shifts
• Day shift
• Night Shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only Education:
• GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience:
• Care: 1 year (required)
• Happy to go Swimming
• Driving License
• DBS on the update service (required)
• Practical Manual Handling / Basic Life Support (required)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: £16.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Care: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• DBS on the update service (required)
• Practical Manual Handling / Basic Life Support (required)