Community Care Assistant in Glasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED WED 8 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
£12/hour
Job description
VACANCIES ACROSS GLASGOW!
AREAS WE COVER: Glasgow Central, Partick, Pollok, Pollokshields, Pollokshaws, Hyndland, Drumchapel, Whiteinch, Maryhill, Finnieston
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – APPLY TODAY!
RATE: £12.00/hour
Work for one of Scotland’s leading Care providers and be a #HealthHero by supporting your community’s most vulnerable in their homes.
Are you a warm-hearted, patient and naturally caring person? Are you looking for a rewarding career providing care and companionship for our elderly clients in Glasgow?
At Call-in Homecare, we support service users in all aspects of their daily lives, enabling them to live with purpose and dignity. You will be supported by our dedicated management team who are always on hand to advise with whatever you need to do your job safely in the community. Our colleagues love what they do, with a recent staff survey reporting 99% of colleagues were either 'Very Satisfied' or 'Satisfied' with their 'Professional relations with service users'. Interested? Then let us show you how rewarding a career with Call-In Homecare is.
What We Can Offer You
Inclusive Pay Package: Our competitive salary (£12.00/hour) includes holiday pay, ensuring you are compensated fairly for your hard work
Pension and mileage allowance (30p/mile)
Weekly pay
Permanent contracts for both P/T & F/T with guaranteed hours or flexible working patterns
Paid training & induction programme
Fast-tracked job offer system
Job security
Working within the same geographical area
A shift pattern that maximises your time off and annual leave
Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) – offering free confidential access to counselling and tailored support programmes
Generous refer a friend scheme with opportunity to earn up to £300 per referral (unlimited)
Continued Support and Career Development
Access to extensive well-being services and fitness programmes.
Employee assistance programme
Free uniform & PPE
Help with your SSSC Registration
Instore discounts with a Blue Light card offering up to 60% off high street names
And, of course, an opportunity to give back to those who need it most
What We Are Looking For
Kind, caring and compassionate people
Car drivers are preferable
Good level of English
Experienced & non-experienced carers – everyone is welcome as we provide full training!
Your Role as a Care Assistant in the Community
Assisting our clients in all aspects of their daily life, i.e. meal preparation, medication prompts and general domestic support
Assisting clients with personal care
Supporting clients to take an active role in the planning and provision of their care
Recording and reporting daily visit information
At Call-In Homecare we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS we would love to hear from you. However, if you do not have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply, for example: retail sales assistant, customer service, hairdressers/beauticians, receptionist, administrator, cleaners, warehouse workers and delivery drivers
With our full training and continual professional development scheme, this could be the start of your new career making a real difference to the lives of those in the community.
We look forward to hearing from you! Apply today!
AREAS WE COVER: Glasgow Central, Partick, Pollok, Pollokshields, Pollokshaws, Hyndland, Drumchapel, Whiteinch, Maryhill, Finnieston
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – APPLY TODAY!
RATE: £12.00/hour
Work for one of Scotland’s leading Care providers and be a #HealthHero by supporting your community’s most vulnerable in their homes.
Are you a warm-hearted, patient and naturally caring person? Are you looking for a rewarding career providing care and companionship for our elderly clients in Glasgow?
At Call-in Homecare, we support service users in all aspects of their daily lives, enabling them to live with purpose and dignity. You will be supported by our dedicated management team who are always on hand to advise with whatever you need to do your job safely in the community. Our colleagues love what they do, with a recent staff survey reporting 99% of colleagues were either 'Very Satisfied' or 'Satisfied' with their 'Professional relations with service users'. Interested? Then let us show you how rewarding a career with Call-In Homecare is.
What We Can Offer You
Inclusive Pay Package: Our competitive salary (£12.00/hour) includes holiday pay, ensuring you are compensated fairly for your hard work
Pension and mileage allowance (30p/mile)
Weekly pay
Permanent contracts for both P/T & F/T with guaranteed hours or flexible working patterns
Paid training & induction programme
Fast-tracked job offer system
Job security
Working within the same geographical area
A shift pattern that maximises your time off and annual leave
Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) – offering free confidential access to counselling and tailored support programmes
Generous refer a friend scheme with opportunity to earn up to £300 per referral (unlimited)
Continued Support and Career Development
Access to extensive well-being services and fitness programmes.
Employee assistance programme
Free uniform & PPE
Help with your SSSC Registration
Instore discounts with a Blue Light card offering up to 60% off high street names
And, of course, an opportunity to give back to those who need it most
What We Are Looking For
Kind, caring and compassionate people
Car drivers are preferable
Good level of English
Experienced & non-experienced carers – everyone is welcome as we provide full training!
Your Role as a Care Assistant in the Community
Assisting our clients in all aspects of their daily life, i.e. meal preparation, medication prompts and general domestic support
Assisting clients with personal care
Supporting clients to take an active role in the planning and provision of their care
Recording and reporting daily visit information
At Call-In Homecare we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS we would love to hear from you. However, if you do not have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply, for example: retail sales assistant, customer service, hairdressers/beauticians, receptionist, administrator, cleaners, warehouse workers and delivery drivers
With our full training and continual professional development scheme, this could be the start of your new career making a real difference to the lives of those in the community.
We look forward to hearing from you! Apply today!
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Can you tell us a bit about yourself and why you are interested in this role?
What do you think are the key qualities a Community Care Assistant should possess?
What experience, if any, do you have in providing care or support to others?
How do you handle challenging situations with clients or their families? Can you provide an example?
What skills do you believe are essential for assisting clients with personal care and daily living activities?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and why you are interested in this role?
2. What do you think are the key qualities a Community Care Assistant should possess?
3. What experience, if any, do you have in providing care or support to others?
4. How do you handle challenging situations with clients or their families? Can you provide an example?
5. What skills do you believe are essential for assisting clients with personal care and daily living activities?
Useful skills for a Community Care Assistant:
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To work as a Community Care Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities, practical skills, and sometimes formal qualifications or training. Here are some key skills and attributes that are important for this role:
Personal Qualities:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and responding to the needs and feelings of clients.
2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations.
3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.
4. Flexibility: Adaptability to various situations and changes in schedules or client needs.
5. Reliability: Being dependable and punctual to build trust with clients.
Practical Skills:
1. Basic Healthcare Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and safety as well as awareness of common medical conditions.
2. Personal Care Skills: Assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
3. Meal Preparation: Knowledge of nutritional needs and the ability to prepare healthy meals.
4. Record Keeping: Ability to document clients’ progress and update care plans accurately.
5. Emergency Response: Understanding of basic first aid and ability to respond to emergencies appropriately.
Qualifications and Training:
1. Relevant Qualifications: While not strictly necessary, qualifications such as NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can be beneficial.
2. Care Certificate: Completing the Care Certificate can demonstrate your competency in the essential skills required for care workers.
3. First Aid Training: Having a valid first aid certificate can be advantageous.
4. DBS Check: You will need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure you can work safely with vulnerable clients.
Additional Attributes:
1. Cultural Awareness: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and cultures of clients.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers and family members.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Being able to think critically and solve issues that may arise in care provision.
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