Care Assistant inMerseyside inMerseyside PUBLISHED
SAT 23 NOV 2024
Alcedo Care reDZEhR
Alcedo Care Southport is seeking compassionate individuals for the role of Care Assistant in Merseyside, specifically to support adults living at home with various needs. The position involves providing both personal and more complex care, and offers a competitive salary ranging from £13.00 to £14.50 per hour, along with benefits such as pension contributions, holiday pay, and mileage reimbursement. Candidates will have the flexibility to choose their working hours, including full and part-time options, with some weekend work required.
No prior experience in care is necessary, as Alcedo Care provides comprehensive training and career development opportunities, including the possibility to achieve an NVQ in Health & Social Care. Ideal candidates should be dedicated, caring, and punctual, with a positive attitude and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those requiring care. The supportive office team ensures staff are well-looked after, promoting a healthy work-life balance and providing ongoing support.
No prior experience in care is necessary, as Alcedo Care provides comprehensive training and career development opportunities, including the possibility to achieve an NVQ in Health & Social Care. Ideal candidates should be dedicated, caring, and punctual, with a positive attitude and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those requiring care. The supportive office team ensures staff are well-looked after, promoting a healthy work-life balance and providing ongoing support.
Excellent rates of pay £13.00- £14.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay
Alcedo Care Southport are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs all 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
Alcedo Care Southport are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs all 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 - £14.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay
- 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 opportunity to complete NVQ in Health & Social Care
- 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
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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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