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Excellent rates of pay starting from £13.00 per hour PLUS HOLIDAY PAY & PENSION!Home Carer - Alcedo Care - Full or Part Time - North Liverpool - No Experience required
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring nature and a desire to support individuals in their own homes?
Required
Join our team of Home Carers in North Liverpool (including Aintree, Bootle, Crosby, Knotty Ash, Huyton, Litherland, Maghull and Sefton) to help provide care and assist people in their own homes. No previous experience is required as our in-house training team will ensure you are trained to the high standards of care we expect. This role will include:
- Providing personal care (including bathing, dressing, toileting)
- Supporting clients with mobility and transfers, using appropriate equipment and techniques
- Administering and documenting medication
- Documenting care activities and reporting any changes in conditions to our branch teams.
Alcedo Care Has Been Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider In The UK For 4 Years In a Row By Our Clients, a Testament To The Work Of Our Amazing Care Teams. We’re a Family Owned Company, And Operate With Family Values At The Heart Of Everything We Do. Working With Us Offers
- Excellent pay rates from £13.00 per hour
- Mileage, holiday pay and pension scheme paid separately to hourly rates, not hidden!
- Flexibility to the days you work, allowing you to have a rota that suits your other commitments
- Blue Light Card, offering thousands of discounts on things from groceries to holidays!
- Reward and recognition schemes, including annual carer awards
- Access to FREE confidential 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support
- Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications
You must be 18 to apply for this role and it is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will also be required to provide satisfactory professional and/or character references.
Excellent rates of pay starting from £13.00 per hour PLUS HOLIDAY PAY & PENSION!
Home Carer - Alcedo Care - Full or Part Time - North Liverpool - No Experience required
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring nature and a desire to support individuals in their own homes?
Required
Join our team of Home Carers in North Liverpool (including Aintree, Bootle, Crosby, Knotty Ash, Huyton, Litherland, Maghull and Sefton) to help provide care and assist people in their own homes. No previous experience is required as our in-house training team will ensure you are trained to the high standards of care we expect. This role will include:
Alcedo Care Has Been Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider In The UK For 4 Years In a Row By Our Clients, a Testament To The Work Of Our Amazing Care Teams. We’re a Family Owned Company, And Operate With Family Values At The Heart Of Everything We Do. Working With Us Offers
You must be 18 to apply for this role and it is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will also be required to provide satisfactory professional and/or character references.
Home Carer - Alcedo Care - Full or Part Time - North Liverpool - No Experience required
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring nature and a desire to support individuals in their own homes?
Required
Join our team of Home Carers in North Liverpool (including Aintree, Bootle, Crosby, Knotty Ash, Huyton, Litherland, Maghull and Sefton) to help provide care and assist people in their own homes. No previous experience is required as our in-house training team will ensure you are trained to the high standards of care we expect. This role will include:
- Providing personal care (including bathing, dressing, toileting)
- Supporting clients with mobility and transfers, using appropriate equipment and techniques
- Administering and documenting medication
- Documenting care activities and reporting any changes in conditions to our branch teams.
Alcedo Care Has Been Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider In The UK For 4 Years In a Row By Our Clients, a Testament To The Work Of Our Amazing Care Teams. We’re a Family Owned Company, And Operate With Family Values At The Heart Of Everything We Do. Working With Us Offers
- Excellent pay rates from £13.00 per hour
- Mileage, holiday pay and pension scheme paid separately to hourly rates, not hidden!
- Flexibility to the days you work, allowing you to have a rota that suits your other commitments
- Blue Light Card, offering thousands of discounts on things from groceries to holidays!
- Reward and recognition schemes, including annual carer awards
- Access to FREE confidential 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support
- Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications
You must be 18 to apply for this role and it is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will also be required to provide satisfactory professional and/or character references.
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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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