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Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle, including options for evenings, weekends, and night shifts.
Competitive pay starting at £12.10 per hour post-probation along with a range of bonuses like referral and training completion bonuses.
Comprehensive training program that includes shadowing experienced staff to ensure you feel supported and prepared in your role.
Opportunity for career progression in a high-demand sector, with routes to funded formal qualifications in Health & Social Care.
Access to a friendly and supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
Tax-free mileage reimbursement at 25p per mile, helping to offset travel costs.
Bluebird Care, a leading provider of private Care at Home in the UK, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Care Assistants to join their team in Bromley. The role involves supporting vulnerable individuals in their homes, enabling them to live independently through assistance with daily tasks.
Candidates should be caring, compassionate, and committed to improving the lives of others. Applicants must reside in or near Bromley and have access to a car for work purposes. The position offers flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, night shifts, and live-in care opportunities.
Benefits include:
- Competitive pay starting at £12.10 per hour post-probation.
- Paid mileage at 25p per mile.
- 4 weeks of paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Career progression opportunities and a comprehensive training program.
- Bonuses for training completion and referrals.
- Private medical insurance options and a company pension scheme.
- Ongoing support and a friendly work environment.
This is a great opportunity for those looking for flexible work arrangements and a career in the growing health and social care sector.
Bluebird Care is the UK’s leading provider of private Care at Home. We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable Care Assistants to join our thriving agency providing a high-quality and much-needed service to vulnerable people all over Bromley.
We accept V1SA transfers, but you must already be sp0ns0red and based in our area.
We appreciate your need for a healthy work life balance so why not offer us the hours you can manage to see if we have a fit!
We offer flexible working hours, as well as salaried fixed-shifts, with high demand for evenings and weekends. Also for Night Shifts and Live-in Care.
What will you be doing? Our Care Assistants work out in the community helping our customers to live independently in their own homes. You will support customers with a variety of everyday tasks.
You will get thorough training, shadowing a Mentor or experienced member of the team, and support while completing The Care Certificate.
Who are we looking for? People who care deeply about improving the life experience of vulnerable members of the community, who have a caring and compassionate attitude, and who are reliable. We ask that you are 100% committed to helping improve the quality of life of vulnerable adults.
You need to live in or within a reasonable commute of Bromley, and have access to a car that you can use for work.
What are we offering in return?
We accept V1SA transfers, but you must already be sp0ns0red and based in our area.
We appreciate your need for a healthy work life balance so why not offer us the hours you can manage to see if we have a fit!
We offer flexible working hours, as well as salaried fixed-shifts, with high demand for evenings and weekends. Also for Night Shifts and Live-in Care.
What will you be doing? Our Care Assistants work out in the community helping our customers to live independently in their own homes. You will support customers with a variety of everyday tasks.
You will get thorough training, shadowing a Mentor or experienced member of the team, and support while completing The Care Certificate.
Who are we looking for? People who care deeply about improving the life experience of vulnerable members of the community, who have a caring and compassionate attitude, and who are reliable. We ask that you are 100% committed to helping improve the quality of life of vulnerable adults.
You need to live in or within a reasonable commute of Bromley, and have access to a car that you can use for work.
What are we offering in return?
- A friendly team of dedicated and supportive colleagues
- Competitive rates of basic pay: £12.10 per hour post probation
- DBS
- Tax-free mileage paid at 25p per mile
- 4 weeks paid annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays
- A genuine opportunity for career progression in a high-growth sector
- A comprehensive pre-work Training program
- Paid shadowing
- £252 bonus for completing Training
- £265 refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Opt-in private medical insurance scheme
- A route to funded formal qualifications (e.g. L2/L3/L5 Diplomas in Health & Social Care)
- On-going training and support from a friendly office team
- Work with leading edge Smartphone technology: everything is simple and at the tap of a button
- Loyalty bonus
- Company events
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Full and part time working hours – you choose.
- Flexible working – hours to suit you and your life.
- Guaranteed hour contracts available
- Enhanced rates on bank holidays
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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