Home Care Assistant - Isle of Sheepy

Avante Care & Support Ltd.; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Avante Care & Support Ltd. seeks Home Care Professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of older individuals. No previous experience is needed as comprehensive training will be provided. Enjoy flexible work hours, a mileage reimbursement, and career growth opportunities while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Travel Time Compensation

Free DBS Check

Paid Training Opportunities

Generous Holiday Allowance

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting older adults.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Work authorization in the United Kingdom required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to older individuals.
• Assist with household tasks and medication management.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of service users.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Job description

At Avante Care & Support, we’re not just a well-established not-for-profit organization; we're a vibrant community dedicated to transforming the lives of over 1,000 older individuals through our exceptional home care services and welcoming care homes.

Our Mission: We envision a world where helplessness, loneliness, and boredom are ancient history! We're on a thrilling mission to empower older adults to experience life to its fullest. If you share our passion for redefining care, then you are truly extraordinary, and we can't wait to hear from you!

No Experience? No Problem!

Many of our exceptional Home Care Professionals started with zero experience in care, and that's perfectly okay! We believe in nurturing talent, so don’t let a lack of experience hold you back. We provide comprehensive training to get you ready to make a difference in the lives of our service users, offering companionship, promoting independence, and assisting with vital support like medication management, household tasks, and personal care.

Why Join Us? Here’s what awaits you:

• Mileage Reimbursement: Enjoy 35p per mile for business travel.
• Travel Time Compensation: Get £2.00 per hour for travel between care visits.
• Flexible Contracts: Choose between zero hour or contracted hours (subject to availability).
• Free DBS Check: We cover the costs for you!
• Essentials Provided: Get your mobile phone and uniform on us!
• Wellness Access: Connect easily with GPs, Physiotherapists, and Counsellors online.
• Paid Training Opportunities: Dive into our full training program with chances to earn Diplomas!
• Career Growth: Expand your professional skills and climb the career ladder with us.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday pro-rata, including bank holidays!
• Flexible Schedule:

Our Shifts are as Follows

• 7am - 2pm Morning shifts
• 3.30pm - 10.15pm Evenings

Monday to Sunday weekends are mandatory bi-weekly.

Please Note:

• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
• We are looking for both Drivers and non-Drivers within the community.

Requirements: Work authorization in the United Kingdom is required.

If you’re ready to embark on an incredible journey that enriches lives and brings joy to others, Avante Care & Support is the place for you! Reach out to us today, and let’s change the face of care together!

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