Care Assistant in Altrincham inAltrincham PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£14.00 to £15.00 per hour
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AS Home Care Services Ltd rC8CHUkDe
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Care Assistant Job details Posting date: 06 November 2025 Salary: £14.00 to £15.00 per hour Additional salary information: Home Instead Benefit platform Hours: Part time Closing date: 06 December 2025 Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester Remote working: On-site only Company: AS Home Care Services Ltd Job type: Permanent Job reference: HISC1125 Apply for this job Summary Home Instead (Altrincham, Sale & Wythenshawe), are a local care company within adult social care. We provide the highest quality care to people living in their own home who wish to stay at home and live as independently as possible. We are hiring Care Assistants for social care work, for mornings 8am to 2.15 or evenings, 4pm to 10pm. We are looking for care assistants that share our values of trust, respect and delivering person-centred care. You will be passionate about delivering the highest quality of care and show patience and resilience , dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of others. As we care for Clients across Sale and Altrincham as well as Wythenshawe you will need access to a car What We Offer: • Min 1 hour visits with regular clients • £14per hr weekday - £15 per hr weekend, recognising the essential role you play in our clients' lives. • Sufficient time to travel between calls, ensuring you never feel rushed. • Paid Training • Paid DBS • Paid Mileage All our new Care Professionals undergo a paid induction which consists of elearning and practical training so you understand the values of Home Instead and feel confident to carry out the role as a professional caregiver. We offer ongoing support to our Care Professionals and you will be recognised for the work you do and the difference you make to our clients' lives and to their families who have been struggling. Responsibilities: • Provide dignified personal care • Offer emotional support where needed • Be a friendly and reliable presence that brighten your client day • Support with medications • Prepare meals • laundry • Help around the home • Take our client’s out We offer a range of working patterns; we are currently looking for evening Care Professionals to cover tea times and bed times, so this can be from 4pm or 5pm until 10pm. We do require alternate weekends in order to keep the continuity with your clients If you have a passion to work in adult social care and believe in delivering care that goes beyond the ordinary, we'd love to hear from you. Click apply or call the office Follow our Facebook page for more information https://jobsincare.com/job/jdwpaHteJ2a5 This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure and successful. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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