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Care AssistantinWeston-Super-MareinWeston-Super-MarePUBLISHED THU 9 JAN 2025

Starting at £12.00 per hour (+£2 per hour overtime) GOOD SALARY 

BLUE LIGHT CARDPENSIONWEEKEND

N. Notaro Homes LtdFollow N. Notaro Homes Ltd

Competitive starting salary of £12.00 per hour, with an additional £2 per hour for overtime.
Flexible working hours with contracts available from 29 to 40.25 hours per week, including varied shift patterns.
Comprehensive induction and training programs to support professional growth and development.
Opportunities to pursue a Diploma in Health and Social Care, enhancing qualifications and career prospects.
Access to benefits such as the Company pension scheme and Blue Light Card discount scheme for extra savings.
The role is fulfilling and meaningful, providing the opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives.
A supportive working environment that emphasizes the values of kindness, respect, and teamwork.
N. Notaro Homes Ltd is seeking experienced Care Assistants for their facility in Clarence Park, Weston-super-Mare, offering contracts ranging from 29 to 40.25 hours per week, with a mix of shifts including weekends. The role involves providing essential care to residents, such as assisting with personal care, mealtimes, and utilizing specialized equipment while adhering to care plans. The starting salary is £12.00 per hour, with an additional £2 per hour for overtime, and opportunities for training and career development.

Candidates should embody the company's core values, which include kindness, respect, teamwork, and compassion. In return, the organisation offers a competitive benefits package, including a pension scheme, diploma opportunities, and discounts through the Blue Light Card. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly, as positions may close early if suitable candidates are identified. For further inquiries, potential applicants can reach out to the recruitment team directly.
Competitive starting salary of £12.00 per hour, with an additional £2 per hour for overtime.
Flexible working hours with contracts available from 29 to 40.25 hours per week, including varied shift patterns.
Comprehensive induction and training programs to support professional growth and development.
Opportunities to pursue a Diploma in Health and Social Care, enhancing qualifications and career prospects.
Access to benefits such as the Company pension scheme and Blue Light Card discount scheme for extra savings.
The role is fulfilling and meaningful, providing the opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives.
A supportive working environment that emphasizes the values of kindness, respect, and teamwork.

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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