Community Care Assistant

Mega Resources Nursing & Care; Steventon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking Care Assistants in Oxfordshire to provide outstanding care and support to individuals in the community. The role requires a valid driving licence and offers comprehensive training, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment focused on the 6Cs values.

Benefits

Bi-Weekly Pay

Pay Advances up to £1000

Mileage contribution

Car Maintenance Scheme

Comprehensive training provided

Free Uniform

Free PPE

20% Off Domiciliary Home Care for Family & Relatives

Progression and Development Pathways

Up to £250 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence for home care visits.
• Ability to follow care plans and provide personalised support.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with medication and personal care.
• Preparing healthy meals and providing companionship.
• Helping clients with mobility and running errands.

Skills

Good communication skills in English

Basic IT proficiency

Compassionate and empathetic approach

Job description

No Experience Required - Full Training Provided!

****MUST DRIVE AND HAVE OWN CAR****

Mega Nursing and Care is seeking Care Assistants in Oxfordshire to align with the personal preferences of our service users. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in delivering outstanding care and support to individuals in our community. We are unwavering in our commitment to diversity, fostering an inclusive environment that values and celebrates the unique perspectives of every individual.

We believe in upholding the values of the 6Cs - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment - as the foundation of our commitment to delivering high-quality health and social care.

Package

• Salary: £13.00 on weekdays and £13.50 per hour on weekends
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Pay Advances -(Up to £1000 which is paid back with no interest)
• Mileage contribution
• Car Maintenance Scheme -(Get up to £100 each year for any car repairs, MOT and Servicing)
• Comprehensive training provided -(You will be paid for shadowing)
• Free Uniform
• Up to £250 Referral Bonus
• Free PPE (Face masks, aprons, gloves, hand sanitiser etc)
• 20% Off Domiciliary Home Care for Family & Relatives
• Progression and Development Pathways - We will pay for your Health & Social Care qualification up to level 7
• Care Support & Well-Being Service

Requirement

• Good communication skills in English
• Basic IT proficiency for documentation and reporting
• Ability to follow care plans and provide personalised support
• Valid driving licence for home care visits
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to community care

What our Employees say:

• "Working in care has changed my life"
• "We care as a company and as individuals, we give the best care possible"
• "I enjoy working in care because I can make a difference to somebody's day"

What you will be doing:

• Medication- Assisting clients with medication is an essential part of your role. Don't worry! We will ensure you are fully train to administer medication
• Personal Care- Assisting clients with washing, bathing or cleaning themselves, getting dressed or going to the toilet
• Meal Preparation- Preparing healthy, nutritious and tasty meals. You could be asked to make a simple bite or a full meal.
• Mobility assistance- Some clients may have will require our help to get out of bed and move around the house.
• Running Errands- At times you may be asked to pick up groceries or collect medication from a pharmacy on behalf of our client.
• Light domestic cleaning- You may be asked to do some household chores such as doing the laundry or vacuuming.
• Accessing community- Some of our clients may need your help to get around. You may be asked to take them to a GP practice, to a park close by or to visit a relative.
• Companionship- A key part of the Care Assistant role is to provide companionship and emotional support. It is vital to create and maintain exceptional relationships with our clients.

Working Times:

• Mornings:7am - 4pm
• Evenings:3pm - 10pm
• Long Days:Between 7am - 10pm

Full Time: Monday - Friday + Every Other Weekend

Part-Time:Flexible scheduling any day of the week, selecting from morning, evening, or full-day shifts.

Must be able to travel to:

• Oxford and surrounding area
• Banbury and surrounding area
• Chipping Norton and surrounding area

If you are a dedicated healthcare professional who values the principles of the 6Cs and is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.