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Care Assistant - South Tyneside (no experience needed)inEnglandinEnglandPUBLISHED MON 13 JAN 2025

£12.50 per hour, £11.44 per hour travel time & £0.30 per mile
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No prior experience needed, as comprehensive training and support are provided to ensure you feel confident in your role.
Competitive pay starting at £12.50 per hour, along with paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.
Structured 4 and 3 working rotation allows for a balanced work-life schedule.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community by enhancing the quality of life for customers.
Access to ongoing career development opportunities and a clear path for advancement within the company.
Supportive team environment with mentoring during your probation period, ensuring guidance every step of the way.
Additional benefits including a £200 pre-employment bonus, 28 days of paid holiday, and discounts through the Bluelight Card.
Bluebird Care in South Tyneside is seeking individuals to join their team as Care Assistants, with no prior experience required. The role involves providing personal care, meal assistance, and companionship, while also supporting medication management and daily tasks to enhance the quality of life for customers. Applicants should have a caring attitude, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others. A full driving license and access to a vehicle are necessary, as this is a mobile position.

The company offers a competitive salary of £12.50 per hour, paid travel time, mileage reimbursement, and various benefits including a comprehensive training program, mentorship, and opportunities for career development. With a structured work schedule and a focus on community support, Bluebird Care prioritizes the growth and well-being of its employees while fostering a rewarding environment for making a significant impact in people's lives.
No prior experience needed, as comprehensive training and support are provided to ensure you feel confident in your role.
Competitive pay starting at £12.50 per hour, along with paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.
Structured 4 and 3 working rotation allows for a balanced work-life schedule.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community by enhancing the quality of life for customers.
Access to ongoing career development opportunities and a clear path for advancement within the company.
Supportive team environment with mentoring during your probation period, ensuring guidance every step of the way.
Additional benefits including a £200 pre-employment bonus, 28 days of paid holiday, and discounts through the Bluelight Card.

Useful skills for a Care Assistant - South Tyneside (no experience needed):
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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