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Location: Reading RG8
Salary: A GBP 12:A GBP 14 per hour plus paid realistic travel time between visits and 40p per mile fuel allowance. Paid annual leave, Phone data allowance.
Hours: 7am:2pm or 2pm:10pm with a break and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Are you a people person? Looking to work with like:minded people, offering the best quality care?
The Role
Our clients are looking for reliable, professional, and compassionate Home Care Assistants to join our team to help people in their community remain independent and comfortable in their own homes in the Reading area.
They make a real difference to peoples lives, supporting them to remain at home when things get a bit more difficult for them.
They do things the right way, plenty of time with the client, plenty of travel time, good pay, mileage, and travel time paid.
They train you up and support you whatever time you are working day and evening.
This is a permanent position, providing quality care for clients in their own home, helping them to remain independent.
The calls are One hour long each as a minimum, so plenty of time to build relationships with the client.
Skills And Qualifications
- FULL UK driving license and always have use of a car for business use.
- Full training given including the care certificate.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Reliable with excellent time keeping skills.
- Passionate about delivering high standards of care to our clients.
- Be able to work on your own initiative.
- Sorry, we are not offering sponsorship.
Benefits
Uniform provided; Full training provided. Social activities provided.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate .
Job Type : Full or Part Time
Location: Reading RG8
Salary: A GBP 12:A GBP 14 per hour plus paid realistic travel time between visits and 40p per mile fuel allowance. Paid annual leave, Phone data allowance.
Hours: 7am:2pm or 2pm:10pm with a break and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Are you a people person? Looking to work with like:minded people, offering the best quality care?
The Role
Our clients are looking for reliable, professional, and compassionate Home Care Assistants to join our team to help people in their community remain independent and comfortable in their own homes in the Reading area.
They make a real difference to peoples lives, supporting them to remain at home when things get a bit more difficult for them.
They do things the right way, plenty of time with the client, plenty of travel time, good pay, mileage, and travel time paid.
They train you up and support you whatever time you are working day and evening.
This is a permanent position, providing quality care for clients in their own home, helping them to remain independent.
The calls are One hour long each as a minimum, so plenty of time to build relationships with the client.
Skills And Qualifications
Benefits
Uniform provided; Full training provided. Social activities provided.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate .
Location: Reading RG8
Salary: A GBP 12:A GBP 14 per hour plus paid realistic travel time between visits and 40p per mile fuel allowance. Paid annual leave, Phone data allowance.
Hours: 7am:2pm or 2pm:10pm with a break and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Are you a people person? Looking to work with like:minded people, offering the best quality care?
The Role
Our clients are looking for reliable, professional, and compassionate Home Care Assistants to join our team to help people in their community remain independent and comfortable in their own homes in the Reading area.
They make a real difference to peoples lives, supporting them to remain at home when things get a bit more difficult for them.
They do things the right way, plenty of time with the client, plenty of travel time, good pay, mileage, and travel time paid.
They train you up and support you whatever time you are working day and evening.
This is a permanent position, providing quality care for clients in their own home, helping them to remain independent.
The calls are One hour long each as a minimum, so plenty of time to build relationships with the client.
Skills And Qualifications
- FULL UK driving license and always have use of a car for business use.
- Full training given including the care certificate.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Reliable with excellent time keeping skills.
- Passionate about delivering high standards of care to our clients.
- Be able to work on your own initiative.
- Sorry, we are not offering sponsorship.
Benefits
Uniform provided; Full training provided. Social activities provided.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate .
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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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