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Care AssistantinWirralinWirralPUBLISHED WED 8 JAN 2025

Optical Benefits: £65 per year towards new glasses, contact lenses, or eye tests. GOOD SALARY 

24-HOURCEREBRAL PALSYGYMPENSIONVEHICLE

Komplex GroupFollow Komplex Group

Competitive pay rate of £11.00 - £13.00 per hour, offering financial stability.
Flexible working hours, allowing for a perfect balance between work and personal commitments.
Access to a variety of health benefits, including virtual GP consultations and financial contributions towards dental, optical, and therapy treatments.
Supportive company culture that encourages creativity and values employees' ideas and contributions.
Opportunities for career growth within a forward-thinking healthcare company, fostering professional development.
The rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in the lives of clients with complex care needs.
Exclusive high-street discounts and discounted gym access to promote personal well-being.
The role of Care Assistant with Komplex Group in Leasowe, Merseyside, involves providing specialized care and support to clients with complex needs, such as cerebral palsy and specialized medication administration. The position requires a driver with a personal vehicle, and involves evening shifts during the week and longer day shifts during school holidays. The company emphasises a personalized approach by assigning dedicated Operations and Registered Managers to each client.

Komplex Care offers competitive pay (ranging from £11.00 to £13.00 per hour) and various benefits, including access to virtual GP consultations, dental and optical care subsidies, wellness therapies, and high-street discounts. The work environment is described as supportive and creative, promoting career growth opportunities within a national care provider focused on empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. An NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in healthcare is preferred, but sponsorship for the position is not available.
Competitive pay rate of £11.00 - £13.00 per hour, offering financial stability.
Flexible working hours, allowing for a perfect balance between work and personal commitments.
Access to a variety of health benefits, including virtual GP consultations and financial contributions towards dental, optical, and therapy treatments.
Supportive company culture that encourages creativity and values employees' ideas and contributions.
Opportunities for career growth within a forward-thinking healthcare company, fostering professional development.
The rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in the lives of clients with complex care needs.
Exclusive high-street discounts and discounted gym access to promote personal well-being.

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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