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Care AssistantinYorkinYorkPUBLISHED FRI 21 MAR 2025

High pay rate of £12.50 to £14.00 per hour
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Carefound Home CareFollow Carefound Home Care

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high standard of care.
No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided to equip you with essential skills.
Flexible or guaranteed hours contract tailored to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
Competitive pay rate ranging from £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, with additional pay enhancements.
Paid travel time and mileage at 45p per mile, which supports your transportation costs.
Career progression opportunities along a clear career path, with support for further training and qualifications.
Access to a supportive team, including 24/7 local support from a care manager.
Join the Carefound Home Care family in York and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives as a Professional Care Assistant. As an 'Outstanding' rated provider by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), we are seeking compassionate individuals who are ready to enrich the lives of our clients. No prior experience? No problem! We equip you with all the training you need to succeed. All you need is a full UK driving licence, your own car, and a genuine desire to help others.

This role not only offers a chance to create flexible work hours that fit around your life, but also a generous pay rate of £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, along with paid travel time and mileage. You’ll enjoy benefits like enhanced pay for qualifications, instant access to your earnings, and a supportive work environment that prioritises your well-being. If you’re warm-hearted, patient, and ready to take on a fulfilling career packed with personal fulfilment, then we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let’s embark on this rewarding journey together!
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high standard of care.
No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided to equip you with essential skills.
Flexible or guaranteed hours contract tailored to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
Competitive pay rate ranging from £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, with additional pay enhancements.
Paid travel time and mileage at 45p per mile, which supports your transportation costs.
Career progression opportunities along a clear career path, with support for further training and qualifications.
Access to a supportive team, including 24/7 local support from a care manager.

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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