Care Assistant inWinchester inWinchester PUBLISHED 25 JUL 2024
Great rates of pay - UP TO £15.00 per hour
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Part time / full time / weekday / weekend / morning / evening work available.
Join us today and make the Alina Homecare difference.Mileage Expenses Paid Every 2 Weeks - We pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs / expenses.
We are looking for kind and caring people who want to make a difference to the lives of others.
If you have a caring attitude and willingness to make a difference, come and join our fantastic team based in Winchester and the surrounding areas. You won’t regret it.
At Alina Homecare we feel our care staff are just as important as the people we care for. We really feel we stand out from other care providers and our aim is to always provide top quality care for our customers. We genuinely feel that we are different to other care providers and treat our all our staff with the highest of respect constantly listening, engaging, and learning.
As one of our Care Assistants you will get to meet our wonderful clients and build relationships. Not only do we offer fantastic rates of pay, job satisfaction and very flexible hours that suit you, we also offer the following.
Benefits of joining
- Great rates of pay - UP TO £15.00 per hour
- Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
- Paid Mileage - we pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs
- Guaranteed Hours Available (to reassure you that you will have a constant regular wage)
- Flexible hours that work around you
- Part time / full time / weekday / weekend / morning / evening work available
- Career development - Alina Ambassador Scheme
- Local work available
- Free Personal Protective Equipment provided
- Paid holiday
- Free Care certificate Induction training
- Ongoing Training with The Alina Academy
- Refer A Friend Bonus
- Paid refresher training
- Free Care Assistant uniform
- Opportunity to study for Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Roles are subject to DBS checks (free)*
- Exclusive Care Assistant employee discounts on your favourite brands helping you make great savings!
- Exceptional support from our office staff and existing Care Assistants
- Competitive leasing deals on new cars for you, your family & friends
- Wellbeing Support - We take your wellbeing seriously and provide lots of exclusive support to help mind, body, and soul.
As a Care Assistant you could be the highlight of somebody’s day or you could be there for them in their darkest hour, but you’ll do it all with the full support of our fantastic team of office staff and existing Care Assistants. Below are some examples of what our clients may need your support with.
Light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, medication, personal care, help to get dressed, washing and bathing, medical appointments, day centres, appointments, and social activities.
If you think that you could make a difference to someone’s day and genuinely care about people, then we are looking for you.
Requirements
A caring attitude and a willingness to make a difference
A desire to see elderly and vulnerable people treated with care and respect
Reliability, flexibility, hard work and honesty
Good communication skills and good teamwork skills
In order to ensure the safety of staff and the vulnerable people we support during the Covid-19 pandemic, all staff will be required to comply with company, PHE and government recommendations including weekly testing.
Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant
Join us today and make the Alina Homecare difference.
Mileage Expenses Paid Every 2 Weeks - We pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs / expenses.
We are looking for kind and caring people who want to make a difference to the lives of others.
If you have a caring attitude and willingness to make a difference, come and join our fantastic team based in Winchester and the surrounding areas. You won’t regret it.
At Alina Homecare we feel our care staff are just as important as the people we care for. We really feel we stand out from other care providers and our aim is to always provide top quality care for our customers. We genuinely feel that we are different to other care providers and treat our all our staff with the highest of respect constantly listening, engaging, and learning.
As one of our Care Assistants you will get to meet our wonderful clients and build relationships. Not only do we offer fantastic rates of pay, job satisfaction and very flexible hours that suit you, we also offer the following.
Benefits of joining
As a Care Assistant you could be the highlight of somebody’s day or you could be there for them in their darkest hour, but you’ll do it all with the full support of our fantastic team of office staff and existing Care Assistants. Below are some examples of what our clients may need your support with.
Light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, medication, personal care, help to get dressed, washing and bathing, medical appointments, day centres, appointments, and social activities.
If you think that you could make a difference to someone’s day and genuinely care about people, then we are looking for you.
Requirements
A caring attitude and a willingness to make a difference
A desire to see elderly and vulnerable people treated with care and respect
Reliability, flexibility, hard work and honesty
Good communication skills and good teamwork skills
In order to ensure the safety of staff and the vulnerable people we support during the Covid-19 pandemic, all staff will be required to comply with company, PHE and government recommendations including weekly testing.
Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant
Mileage Expenses Paid Every 2 Weeks - We pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs / expenses.
We are looking for kind and caring people who want to make a difference to the lives of others.
If you have a caring attitude and willingness to make a difference, come and join our fantastic team based in Winchester and the surrounding areas. You won’t regret it.
At Alina Homecare we feel our care staff are just as important as the people we care for. We really feel we stand out from other care providers and our aim is to always provide top quality care for our customers. We genuinely feel that we are different to other care providers and treat our all our staff with the highest of respect constantly listening, engaging, and learning.
As one of our Care Assistants you will get to meet our wonderful clients and build relationships. Not only do we offer fantastic rates of pay, job satisfaction and very flexible hours that suit you, we also offer the following.
Benefits of joining
- Great rates of pay - UP TO £15.00 per hour
- Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
- Paid Mileage - we pay mileage back every 2 weeks to help with fuel costs
- Guaranteed Hours Available (to reassure you that you will have a constant regular wage)
- Flexible hours that work around you
- Part time / full time / weekday / weekend / morning / evening work available
- Career development - Alina Ambassador Scheme
- Local work available
- Free Personal Protective Equipment provided
- Paid holiday
- Free Care certificate Induction training
- Ongoing Training with The Alina Academy
- Refer A Friend Bonus
- Paid refresher training
- Free Care Assistant uniform
- Opportunity to study for Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Roles are subject to DBS checks (free)*
- Exclusive Care Assistant employee discounts on your favourite brands helping you make great savings!
- Exceptional support from our office staff and existing Care Assistants
- Competitive leasing deals on new cars for you, your family & friends
- Wellbeing Support - We take your wellbeing seriously and provide lots of exclusive support to help mind, body, and soul.
As a Care Assistant you could be the highlight of somebody’s day or you could be there for them in their darkest hour, but you’ll do it all with the full support of our fantastic team of office staff and existing Care Assistants. Below are some examples of what our clients may need your support with.
Light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, medication, personal care, help to get dressed, washing and bathing, medical appointments, day centres, appointments, and social activities.
If you think that you could make a difference to someone’s day and genuinely care about people, then we are looking for you.
Requirements
A caring attitude and a willingness to make a difference
A desire to see elderly and vulnerable people treated with care and respect
Reliability, flexibility, hard work and honesty
Good communication skills and good teamwork skills
In order to ensure the safety of staff and the vulnerable people we support during the Covid-19 pandemic, all staff will be required to comply with company, PHE and government recommendations including weekly testing.
Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health 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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