Care Assistant inMerseyside inMerseyside PUBLISHED 14 SEP 2024
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The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.31 per hour and the annual salary of £21,123.96 per annum.
A great new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Southport, Merseyside area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providersThis is a homely accommodation that is highly:appropriate for residential care, employing skilled carers to carry out personal care packages
As a Care Assistant Your Key Duties Include
- You will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well
- Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
- Youll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference
- Previous care experience or experience of working with people
- To work as part of a team
- Ability to maintain all aspects of confidentiality
- Clear verbal communication skills
- To show sensitivity to the needs of older people
- Clear and concise written skills
Benefits
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of GBP12.31 per hour and the annual salary of GBP21,123.96 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 33 hours a week working night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
- Life assurance
- A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
- Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
- Genuine career progression and development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
- Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
- Access to wellbeing resources
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Family friendly policies
- Long service awards
- Free uniform and DBS check
- Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
- Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV
A great new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Southport, Merseyside area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers
This is a homely accommodation that is highly:appropriate for residential care, employing skilled carers to carry out personal care packages
As a Care Assistant Your Key Duties Include
Benefits
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of GBP12.31 per hour and the annual salary of GBP21,123.96 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 33 hours a week working night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV
This is a homely accommodation that is highly:appropriate for residential care, employing skilled carers to carry out personal care packages
As a Care Assistant Your Key Duties Include
- You will provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well
- Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
- Youll have the opportunity to use your people skills to make a real difference
- Previous care experience or experience of working with people
- To work as part of a team
- Ability to maintain all aspects of confidentiality
- Clear verbal communication skills
- To show sensitivity to the needs of older people
- Clear and concise written skills
Benefits
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of GBP12.31 per hour and the annual salary of GBP21,123.96 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 33 hours a week working night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
- Life assurance
- A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
- Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
- Genuine career progression and development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
- Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
- Access to wellbeing resources
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Family friendly policies
- Long service awards
- Free uniform and DBS check
- Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
- Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV
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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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