Care AssistantinWest BridgfordinWest BridgfordPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025
Carefound Home CarerErTcDO
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high-quality work environment.
Flexible or guaranteed hours contracts that cater to different lifestyles, providing work-life balance.
Competitive pay rates ranging from £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, with additional pay enhancements for qualifications and long-term service.
Paid travel time at your standard hourly rate along with mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile.
Full in-house induction training with over £350 pay upon completion, plus support for further training and career progression.
24/7 local support from a dedicated care manager and a wider team to ensure you are well-supported in your role.
Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with clients, enhancing their well-being and quality of life.
Join Carefound Home Care as a Professional Care Assistant and become an integral part of our outstanding team in West Bridgford. We’re searching for compassionate individuals who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of others. No prior experience? No problem! We’ll support you with all the training you need. If you have a full UK driving licence, your own car, and a willingness to help people thrive in their own homes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We pride ourselves on offering a flexible career that adapts to your lifestyle while guaranteeing competitive pay. Enjoy a high pay rate of £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, along with additional perks such as double pay on bank holidays and paid travel time at your standard rate. With roles available in West Bridgford and surrounding areas, along with 24/7 local support, you’ll never feel alone in your journey. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career that offers community, growth, and real impact, apply today! We can’t wait to welcome you to our caring family.
We pride ourselves on offering a flexible career that adapts to your lifestyle while guaranteeing competitive pay. Enjoy a high pay rate of £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, along with additional perks such as double pay on bank holidays and paid travel time at your standard rate. With roles available in West Bridgford and surrounding areas, along with 24/7 local support, you’ll never feel alone in your journey. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career that offers community, growth, and real impact, apply today! We can’t wait to welcome you to our caring family.
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high-quality work environment.
Flexible or guaranteed hours contracts that cater to different lifestyles, providing work-life balance.
Competitive pay rates ranging from £12.50 to £14.00 per hour, with additional pay enhancements for qualifications and long-term service.
Paid travel time at your standard hourly rate along with mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile.
Full in-house induction training with over £350 pay upon completion, plus support for further training and career progression.
24/7 local support from a dedicated care manager and a wider team to ensure you are well-supported in your role.
Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with clients, enhancing their well-being and quality of life.
At Carefound Home Care, we're rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we offer the best career in social care.
We're looking for kind-hearted people to join us as a Professional Care Assistant in West Bridgford and surrounding areas.
To join us as a Community Care Assistant, you don't need prior experience as we'll train you with all the skills you need. You just need a full UK driving licence and your own car and to be keen to make a genuine difference to our clients' lives.
If you're looking for a career that can be flexible around your lifestyle, has guaranteed pay and involves changing peoples' lives, then look no further than working as a Professional Care Worker with Carefound Home Care. You'll get the best employment package including paid travel time, career progression and support.
Our Care Assistant role offers the following benefits:
Salary: £12.50 to £14.00 per hour plus paid travel time, paid mileage at 45p per mile and double time bank holidays
We're looking for kind-hearted people to join us as a Professional Care Assistant in West Bridgford and surrounding areas.
To join us as a Community Care Assistant, you don't need prior experience as we'll train you with all the skills you need. You just need a full UK driving licence and your own car and to be keen to make a genuine difference to our clients' lives.
If you're looking for a career that can be flexible around your lifestyle, has guaranteed pay and involves changing peoples' lives, then look no further than working as a Professional Care Worker with Carefound Home Care. You'll get the best employment package including paid travel time, career progression and support.
Our Care Assistant role offers the following benefits:
- We have work in West Bridgford, Arnold, Beeston, Radcliffe on Trent and surrounding areas
- Flexible or guaranteed hours contract whichever suits your lifestyle
- High pay rate of £12.50 to £14.00 per hour
- Double time on bank holidays and other designated holiday days
- Paid travel time at your standard hourly rate
- Paid mileage at the full allowance of 45p per mile
- Pay enhancements to recognise qualifications and long-term commitment
- Instant access to your pay instead of waiting for payday
- Earn up to £500 for referring a friend
- You're employed by us giving you paid holidays and our pension scheme
- Full in-house induction training with over £350 pay on completion
- Support to complete further training including diploma qualifications
- Career progression along our career path
- 24/7 local support from a care manager and wider team
- Free employee assistance programme
- Funded DBS check
- Minimum 1 hour visits
- Providing companionship
- Supporting with personal care
- Helping with mobility and staying active
- Assisting with medication or specialist needs
- Helping around the home with housekeeping and cooking
- Running errands such as shopping or picking up prescriptions
- You'll need a smartphone to use our app
Salary: £12.50 to £14.00 per hour plus paid travel time, paid mileage at 45p per mile and double time bank holidays
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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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