Care Assistant in Merseyside inMerseyside PUBLISHED TUE 2 JUL 2024 Jump to job information section
£12.31 per hour
Job description
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 UK's 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
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.31 per hour and the annual salary of £21,123.96 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:
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 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
- You'll 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
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.31 per hour and the annual salary of £21,123.96 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
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 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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