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Care Assistant inBredbury inBredbury PUBLISHED THU 30 JAN 2025

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives by providing compassionate and personalized care.
Engagement in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values individuality and promotes teamwork.
Access to extensive training and development programs, allowing for personal and professional growth.
Attractive benefits including higher than average pay rates, pension schemes, and 28 days of annual leave.
Supportive work environment with resources for employee well-being, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
Possibility to progress into regional and national roles within the HC-One organisation.
A first-rate working environment in a purpose-built luxury home with convenient car parking and transport links.
The role of a Care Assistant at HC-One in Bredbury involves providing compassionate and respectful care to residents at Brinnington Care Home, focusing on their physical, emotional, and social well-being. This full-time position (42 hours per week) includes working shifts on a 3x on & 3x off basis, with some weekends required. Care Assistants will assist residents with personal care tasks such as hygiene, dressing, and meals, while fostering dignity and individuality. Safeguarding is a critical aspect of the role, requiring staff to recognize signs of potential abuse, harm, or neglect and to know the appropriate reporting procedures.

HC-One prioritizes kindness and inclusivity in its workplace, encouraging team members to support one another’s growth and professional development. The company offers robust training opportunities, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits including life assurance, generous leave, and employee assistance programs. Additionally, employees enjoy access to discounts and a supportive working environment in a well-equipped care home setting.

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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