Home Care Assistant

Care Sante Ltd; Norton Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable home care service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a compassionate Home Care Assistant in Biggleswade to provide support for vulnerable adults in their own homes. Applicants must have a full driving licence and ideally access to a vehicle. The role offers flexible hours, competitive pay between £12.60 - £14.12 per hour, and includes comprehensive training. Opportunities for career progression and various benefits are provided.

Benefits

Paid mileage at 35p per mile

Paid holidays

Workplace pension

Company mobile phone provided

Support for recognised qualifications

Qualifications

• Must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• No previous experience necessary but must show real compassion.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide life-changing care and support to vulnerable adults.
• Assist with personal care such as washing and bathing.
• Help with preparing and administering medication.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Overview

Home Care Assistant - Biggleswade

Please note applicants MUST HAVE a full driving licence and access to a driving licence. Candidates must have authorisation to work in the UK to be considered for this role, we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Benefits

• Pay rate of £12.60 - £14.12 per hour
• Paid mileage at 35p per mile
• Enhanced rates for unsociable hours
• Regular hours available
• Paid holidays
• Workplace pension
• Company mobile phone provided
• No previous experience needed, full training provided
• Paid induction and update training, paid at an hourly rate
• Support and funding for recognised qualifications
• Plenty of opportunity for promotion and career progression
• Enhanced PPE provided
• Enhanced DBS checks, Paid for

Locations

• Stotfold
• Aresley
• Shefford
• Biggleswade
• (and Surrounding areas)

Working patterns

• We have opportunities of both full time and part time positions available.
• Working usual shift patterns of:
• Mornings 7am-3pm
• Evenings 4pm-10pm
• Alternative weekends

Responsibilities

• As a Home Care Worker you’ll provide life-changing care and support that enables vulnerable adults of all ages to live fulfilling lives, within their own homes.
• Helping service users overcome mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including helping in the use of, and care of aids/adaptations and personal equipment.
• Domestic tasks such as making and changing beds, tidying rooms, light cleaning, laundry and emptying commodes
• Assisting with personal care such as washing, bathing and toileting arrangements
• Help with eating and drinking by preparing meals, snacks and drinks, assisting with feeding if required
• Support with preparing and administering medication
• Contribute as needed to a person’s end-of-life care

Requirements

• Have a right to work within the UK
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
• No previous experience is necessary but you will need to demonstrate real compassion, be an excellent communicator and problem solver, and be committed to delivering high-quality, respectful care

Application

If you’re looking for a rewarding career with full training and excellent prospects and an employer who’ll put you first, apply now.