Carer in Winchester inWinchester PUBLISHED TUE 21 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

£13.40 to £15.00 per hour PERMANENT

Alina Homecare ryAPNFZLK

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Carer Job details Posting date: 21 October 2025 Salary: £13.40 to £15.00 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 20 November 2025 Location: Winchester, Hampshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Alina Homecare Job type: Permanent Job reference: Winchester Apply for this job Summary At Alina Homecare our care assistants are as important as the people we care for. You are individuals with different needs and aspirations too and we respect that. Our local branch are looking for care assistants to support the older people in their own homes.This role includes assisting someone with medication, food preparation, shopping, cleaning and personal care. We provide full induction training so experience is not essential. This role is based on part or full time hours, we have calls between 7am and 10pm Monday to Sunday. We offer great rates of pay, paid travel time, mileage allowance, free uniform, free DBS checks, further training/qualifications and a whole lot more! You can call our friendly recruitment team on or apply online to become an Alina Homecare Care Worker! Homecare Support Worker / Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant Please visit our website to view our privacy policy

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Useful skills for a Carer: Click to view

Working as a carer in the UK requires a combination of personal qualities, professional skills, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here are some of the key skills and attributes needed:

Personal Qualities:

1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and relating to the feelings and experiences of those you care for.

2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed, especially in challenging situations.

3. Reliability: Being dependable and showing up on time for shifts and appointments.

4. Resilience: Coping with emotional and physical demands of the job.

5. Good Communication: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues.

Professional Skills:

1. Personal Care Skills: Knowledge of how to assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.

2. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of medical terms and basic health care, including medication management and monitoring vital signs.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other health and social care professionals.

4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations, make decisions, and find practical solutions to issues that arise.

5. Time Management: Organizing and prioritizing tasks effectively to provide care for multiple individuals.

Certifications and Qualifications:

1. Health and Social Care Diploma: Many employers prefer or require a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

2. First Aid and CPR Training: Basic first aid knowledge can be essential, especially for those in caregiving roles.

3. Safeguarding Training: Awareness of safeguarding issues and practices to protect vulnerable individuals.

4. Manual Handling Training: Techniques to safely lift and move patients to prevent injury.

Additional Skills:

1. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and individual needs.

2. Digital Skills: Proficiency in using care management software and communication tools.

3. Record Keeping: Accurately documenting care given, observations, and changes in condition.

Continuing Professional Development:

Engagement in ongoing training and development is encouraged, as it helps to stay updated on best practices and regulations in the care sector.

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