Care AssistantinMerseysideinMerseysidePUBLISHED THU 10 APR 2025
Excellent rates of pay £13.00 - £13.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay (This equates to a rolled up hourly rate of £15.01-£15.58 per hour)
BONUS MENTAL HEALTH PENSION WEEKEND
Alcedo CarereDZEhR
Excellent rates of pay ranging from £13.00 to £13.50 per hour, equating to a rolled up hourly rate of £15.01-£15.58 per hour, along with weekly pay and holiday pay.
Flexible working hours that allow you to choose your schedule to fit around personal commitments and childcare needs, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunities for career growth, including the option to complete an NVQ in Health & Social Care and progress within the company.
Comprehensive training program provided, including online, practical, and in-house training with annual refresher courses available.
24/7 support from a friendly local office team, ensuring help is always available whenever you need it.
Incentives and bonuses, including a £250 Welcome Bonus after a successful 3-month probation and referral bonuses of up to £250 for every person you refer.
Access to free professional mental health and wellbeing support available 24/7, promoting mental health awareness and support.
Join our compassionate team at Alcedo Care Southport and make a meaningful impact in your community as a Care Assistant! We’re on the lookout for caring and dedicated women like you to provide vital support to adults in their own homes across the Southport area, including Formby. With excellent pay rates between £13.00 - £13.50 per hour (equating to a remarkable rolled-up rate of £15.01-£15.58), plus weekly pay, holiday pay, and a pension scheme, we ensure your hard work is rewarded.
At Alcedo Care, we value your commitment and offer flexibility to fit around your personal life, whether you’re looking for full-time hours or part-time opportunities. You’ll have the freedom to choose your working days and enjoy the support of a friendly office team available around-the-clock. Not only will you receive comprehensive training tailored to your needs, but there are also real opportunities for career progression, including the chance to attain an NVQ in Health & Social Care. Plus, with a generous £250 welcome bonus after your probation and referral rewards of up to £250 for each successful candidate you bring on board, your journey with us is just as exciting as it is rewarding. Take the first step in transforming lives, including your own!
At Alcedo Care, we value your commitment and offer flexibility to fit around your personal life, whether you’re looking for full-time hours or part-time opportunities. You’ll have the freedom to choose your working days and enjoy the support of a friendly office team available around-the-clock. Not only will you receive comprehensive training tailored to your needs, but there are also real opportunities for career progression, including the chance to attain an NVQ in Health & Social Care. Plus, with a generous £250 welcome bonus after your probation and referral rewards of up to £250 for each successful candidate you bring on board, your journey with us is just as exciting as it is rewarding. Take the first step in transforming lives, including your own!
Excellent rates of pay ranging from £13.00 to £13.50 per hour, equating to a rolled up hourly rate of £15.01-£15.58 per hour, along with weekly pay and holiday pay.
Flexible working hours that allow you to choose your schedule to fit around personal commitments and childcare needs, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunities for career growth, including the option to complete an NVQ in Health & Social Care and progress within the company.
Comprehensive training program provided, including online, practical, and in-house training with annual refresher courses available.
24/7 support from a friendly local office team, ensuring help is always available whenever you need it.
Incentives and bonuses, including a £250 Welcome Bonus after a successful 3-month probation and referral bonuses of up to £250 for every person you refer.
Access to free professional mental health and wellbeing support available 24/7, promoting mental health awareness and support.
Excellent rates of pay with £13.00 - £13.50 per hour, with weekly pay days PLUS holiday pay PLUS pension! (This equates to a rolled up hourly rate of £15.£15.58 per hour)
Alcedo Care Southport are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs across the Southport area. This will range from providing compassionate care right through to personal care and more complex needs. We don't just offer care work, we offer you a career with options of completing an NVQ and options to progress within in the company.
For this role, you must be able to travel to client's homes around the Formby and Southport area.
At Alcedo Care Southport, we value our Home Care Workers and offer a lot of opportunity and flexibility for you. We offer both full and part time hours and some weekends are required. We let you choose what days you wish to work midweek and what days you want off as we understand work life balance is important. We find that this keeps our staff positive and motivated but most importantly, happy!
Working with Alcedo Care Southport gives you the following
Skills And Qualities Required -
Alcedo Care Southport are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs across the Southport area. This will range from providing compassionate care right through to personal care and more complex needs. We don't just offer care work, we offer you a career with options of completing an NVQ and options to progress within in the company.
For this role, you must be able to travel to client's homes around the Formby and Southport area.
At Alcedo Care Southport, we value our Home Care Workers and offer a lot of opportunity and flexibility for you. We offer both full and part time hours and some weekends are required. We let you choose what days you wish to work midweek and what days you want off as we understand work life balance is important. We find that this keeps our staff positive and motivated but most importantly, happy!
Working with Alcedo Care Southport gives you the following
- Excellent rates of pay £13.00 - £13.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay (This equates to a rolled up hourly rate of £15.£15.58 per hour)
- Mileage contribution for drivers - 30p per mile
- Flexible working hours around personal commitments/childcare
- Weekly pay every Friday
- 24/7 support from the local friendly office
- Holiday pay
- Pension Scheme
- Care Friends referral bonuses - up to £250 for you for every person you refer successfully
- Free professional mental health and wellbeing support available 24/7
- Fantastic training program including online/practical/inhouse training with annual refresher training
- On-going career development/progression opportunities and opportunities to complete NVQ in Health & Social Care
Skills And Qualities Required -
- No previous experience needed as full training provided
- Must be 18 or over
- Dedicated, caring, punctual and driven with a positive attitude
- Wanting to make a difference in care and use their skill set and experience to help those who need care and support.
- Reliability, trustworthiness and Punctuality
- The right to work in the UK
More information related to this job opportunity, from jobsincare:
Possible interview questions for this job
Click to
viewStart practice interview
NEW!
Please wait...this will take a moment...
Please wait...this will take a moment...
More about MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses.Learn more...
Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
Click to view
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.
Similar
Care Assistantroles
inMerseyside
What might it look like to work here?
Stand by, we'll show you...
Stand by, we'll show you...
This image is not representative.
Learn more