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Care AssistantinGreater ManchesterinGreater ManchesterPUBLISHED SUN 5 JAN 2025

Excellent pay rates from £13.00- £13.50 per hour + 30p per mile, holiday pay + pension scheme GOOD SALARY 

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Competitive pay rates ranging from £13.00 to £13.50 per hour, plus 30p per mile.
Flexible working hours with part-time and full-time options, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Consistent weekly pay every Friday, providing financial stability.
Generous benefits including holiday pay, a pension scheme, and mileage compensation.
Opportunities for genuine career progression with support to complete NVQ qualifications.
Comprehensive training program with both online and practical components to enhance skills.
Recognition for outstanding work through awards and nominations, contributing to a supportive and appreciative work culture.
Alcedo Care is seeking Community Care Assistants in Wigan, Greater Manchester, offering competitive pay between £13.00 and £13.50 per hour, plus holiday pay and a pension scheme. This part-time/full-time role requires candidates to work flexible hours, including weekends, between 6:30 AM and 11:30 PM. The position involves providing care to individuals in their homes, with additional benefits such as mileage reimbursement, weekly pay, a comprehensive training program, and opportunities for career progression, including support for completing NVQ qualifications.

Candidates must be over 18, hold a full UK driver's license, and have access to their own vehicle. Alcedo Care has been recognized as one of the top 20 homecare providers in the UK, reflecting the company’s commitment to its caregivers and the values of a family-owned operation. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for an initial discussion about the role.
Competitive pay rates ranging from £13.00 to £13.50 per hour, plus 30p per mile.
Flexible working hours with part-time and full-time options, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Consistent weekly pay every Friday, providing financial stability.
Generous benefits including holiday pay, a pension scheme, and mileage compensation.
Opportunities for genuine career progression with support to complete NVQ qualifications.
Comprehensive training program with both online and practical components to enhance skills.
Recognition for outstanding work through awards and nominations, contributing to a supportive and appreciative work culture.

Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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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