Compassionate Care Assistant — Flexible Hours & Training

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Kilbride is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential support to clients, enhancing their well-being and quality of life. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assistance with personal care, medication management, and meal preparation. The position offers a guaranteed hourly pay of £12.60, flexible hours, and various employee benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity pay, paid training, and a cycle to work scheme. No previous experience is required, and the role is perfect for individuals eager to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Enhanced paternity pay entitlement

Death in Service Payment

Benefits and Well-being Platform

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!

Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts

Flexible hours

Local work and paid mileage

Paid training – online and face to face

Self-development – progression opportunities

Access to our in-house app

Work for the largest care company in the UK

No experience necessary

Qualifications

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels.
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with our specific client group.
• Successfully passed DBS screening.
• Patient, compassionate and positive attitude at all times.
• Eager to engage in vocational training programs.
• Displays initiative and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage medications and provide reminders.
• Prepare nutritious meals.
• Maintain housekeeping to client's preferences.
• Assist with mobility and getting around.

Skills

Effective communication

Interest in working with clients

DBS screening passed

Patience and compassion

Engagement in training

Initiative and autonomy

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in East Kilbride is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential support to clients, enhancing their well-being and quality of life. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assistance with personal care, medication management, and meal preparation. The position offers a guaranteed hourly pay of £12.60, flexible hours, and various employee benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity pay, paid training, and a cycle to work scheme. No previous experience is required, and the role is perfect for individuals eager to make a difference in their community.