Care Assistant in Ipswich inIpswich PUBLISHED TUE 12 AUG 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.21-£15 per hour GOOD SALARY
NO SPONSORSHIP
Anglia Care rxDPgWoGE
Job description
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Care Assistant /Support Worker
We are a family run care provider operating in the Ipswich area, and we are looking to add to our close-knit team or carers to help provide excellent service to the local community and whether you are experienced in care, new to care or returning to work after caring for a loved one, there will be a place for you here.
We offer:
Guaranteed hours with pay: £12.21-£15.00 per hour with overtime available
Paid travel time
Mileage
Paid face to face training
Company pension On-site parking
Referral programme
UK Driving Licence (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Schedule: 10 hour shift / 8 hour shift Monday to Friday, Overtime Weekend available
Principal Responsibilities
To provide the highest standard of care and support that meets each client’s daily needs and ensures they are comfortable at all times.
Care assistants must become familiar with each client’s care plan, learn about their personalities and understand how to achieve the expected outcomes as well as liaising with key family members and work colleagues. Daily tasks will include personal care, medication, companionship, light meal preparation.
What we are looking for:
Compassionate, kind and trustworthy individuals, able to demonstrate punctuality and reliability and who are willing to learn the principles of care. Ability to react quickly to changing priorities and be able to cummiccate strongly in the English language. Also for this role must be those who hold a UK driving license with access to your own vehicle. Apply with confidence if you feel you are the right person for this job.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“We could not have got through the last year without Anglia Care”
- Client, B
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Here are 5 questions you could be
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if you apply for this job:
What interests you about working as a care assistant with Anglia Care in Ipswich, and what do you know about our service?
Give an example of a time you provided compassionate care or support to someone. What did you do and what was the outcome?
How do you ensure a client’s dignity and privacy when assisting with personal care (bathing, toileting, dressing)?
Describe a situation where a client’s needs changed quickly. How did you respond and prioritise tasks?
How would you handle a client who refused their medication or did not want to follow their care plan?
1. 1. What interests you about working as a care assistant with Anglia Care in Ipswich, and what do you know about our service?
2. 2. Give an example of a time you provided compassionate care or support to someone. What did you do and what was the outcome?
3. 3. How do you ensure a client’s dignity and privacy when assisting with personal care (bathing, toileting, dressing)?
4. 4. Describe a situation where a client’s needs changed quickly. How did you respond and prioritise tasks?
5. 5. How would you handle a client who refused their medication or did not want to follow their care plan?
Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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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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