Care Assistant inIpswich inIpswich PUBLISHED MON 29 APR 2024

Alina Homecare rxMyPEc

£250 WELCOME BONUS AVAILABLE – LIMITED TIME ONLY

Come and join our fantastic team in and around Ipswich to make the Alina Homecare difference.

We currently have Full Time and Part Time Role vacancies available with flexible working patterns to suit you, including - Weekends / Evenings / Mornings / Weekdays

WE PAY TRAVEL TIME - We feel our care staff work hard providing high quality care to people in their own homes and deserve the best rewards. We pay our care staff travel time and mileage in addition to the already great rate of pay on offer. Travel time is the time in between care visits that most other care providers are unwilling to pay. On average a full-time Care Assistant could earn around an additional £200 per month just by joining Alina and getting paid for their travel time in addition to their hourly rate and mileage (based on 40-hours of work per week). Apply to join our amazing team and you will soon feel the benefits of paid travel time + Mileage for no extra work.

Experience is not necessary as FREE TRAINING & FREE DBS CHECKS will be provided.

We will also provide you with all the relevant training and support you need to get started as a care worker. We have a dedicated support team to help you if this is your first time in care or if you are more experienced.

What Do We Provide?

£250 WELCOME BONUS*

Mileage Expenses Paid Every 2 Weeks – We pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs / expenses

Local work

Great rates of pay - UP TO £13.70 Per Hour

£200 refer a friend bonus! (T's&C's apply)

Paid Travel Time

Enhanced rates of pay for Bank Holidays

Paid holiday

Regular paid refresher training

Free Uniform

Career development with the Alina Ambassador Scheme and the Opportunity to study for Diploma in Health and Social Care

Roles are subject to DBS Checks (Free)

Exclusive employee discounts on your favourite brands helping you make great savings!

Pension Scheme available

Day To Day Tasks May Involve

General Support - Domestic tasks such as light cleaning, tidying, shopping, preparing and cooking meals, shopping, Coffee and Tea, Help with Medication.

Personal Care - Help with getting up and dressed ready for the day, washing, bathing, and toileting, hoist care, 2 carer visits.

What we look for in our Care Workers:
Caring Attitude
Good communication skills
Willingness to Learn
Respectful towards others
Empathetic and Understanding

At Alina Homecare our care workers are as important as the people we care for. We really feel we stand out from the rest and work hard to provide quality care for our customers. We genuinely feel that we are different to other work places and treat our staff as part of a team - constantly listening, respecting and learning from each other.

If you think that you could make a difference to someone's day and genuinely care about people then we have the opportunity for you.

Contact our friendly team today via our Website: www.jobsincare.com/job/j6zaw6o

What we look for in our Care Workers:
Caring Attitude
Good communication skills
Willingness to Learn
Respectful towards others
Empathetic and Understanding

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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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