Care Assistant inBrighton inBrighton PUBLISHED
MON 16 DEC 2024
Alina Homecare rxMyPEc
Great rates of pay - UP TO £13.75 per hour
Flexible hours that work around your schedule (part time, full time, weekdays, weekends)
Guaranteed hours available for consistent income
Career development opportunities including the Alina Ambassador Scheme and chances to study for a Diploma in Health and Social Care
Exceptional support from office staff and existing Care Assistants to ensure success and morale
Exclusive employee discounts on various brands and competitive leasing deals on new cars
Alina Homecare is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team as Care Assistants in Brighton and surrounding areas. The role involves providing high-quality care and support to clients, which includes tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation, personal care, and assistance with medical appointments. The position offers flexible working hours, competitive pay up to £13.75 per hour, guaranteed hours, and various employee benefits including training opportunities, paid holidays, and wellbeing support. The company prides itself on treating its staff with respect and providing a supportive environment where caregivers can thrive.
Candidates should possess a caring attitude, reliable work ethic, and good communication skills, with a commitment to enhancing the lives of elderly and vulnerable individuals. Previous experience in care is not mandatory, but a willingness to learn and make a positive impact is essential. Alina Homecare values the safety of its staff and clients, adhering to all relevant health guidelines, especially amidst the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Candidates should possess a caring attitude, reliable work ethic, and good communication skills, with a commitment to enhancing the lives of elderly and vulnerable individuals. Previous experience in care is not mandatory, but a willingness to learn and make a positive impact is essential. Alina Homecare values the safety of its staff and clients, adhering to all relevant health guidelines, especially amidst the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Join us today and make the Alina Homecare difference.
- £250 Refer a Friend Scheme *** T&C apply
If you have a caring attitude and willingness to make a difference, come and join our fantastic team based in Brighton and the surrounding areas. You won’t regret it.
At Alina Homecare we feel our care staff are just as important as the people we care for. We really feel we stand out from other care providers and our aim is to always provide top quality care for our customers. We genuinely feel that we are different to other care providers and treat our all our staff with the highest of respect constantly listening, engaging, and learning.
As one of our Care Assistants you will get to meet our wonderful clients and build relationships. Not only do we offer fantastic rates of pay, job satisfaction and very flexible hours that suit you, we also offer the following.
Benefits Of Joining
- Great rates of pay - UP TO £13.75 per hour
- Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
- Paid Mileage
- Guaranteed Hours Available (to reassure you that you will have a constant regular wage)
- Flexible hours that work around you
- Part time / full time / weekday / weekend / morning / evening work available
- Career development - Alina Ambassador Scheme
- Local work available
- Free Personal Protective Equipment provided
- Paid holiday
- Free Care certificate Induction training
- Ongoing Training with The Alina Academy
- £250 Referral Scheme
- Paid refresher training
- Free Care Assistant uniform
- Opportunity to study for Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Roles are subject to DBS checks (free)*
- Exclusive Care Assistant employee discounts on your favourite brands helping you make great savings!
- Exceptional support from our office staff and existing Care Assistants
- Competitive leasing deals on new cars for you, your family & friends
- Wellbeing Support - We take your wellbeing seriously and provide lots of exclusive support to help mind, body, and soul.
As a Care Assistant you could be the highlight of somebody’s day or you could be there for them in their darkest hour, but you’ll do it all with the full support of our fantastic team of office staff and existing Care Assistants. Below are some examples of what our clients may need your support with.
Light cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, medication, personal care, help to get dressed, washing and bathing, medical appointments, day centres, appointments, and social activities.
If you think that you could make a difference to someone’s day and genuinely care about people, then we are looking for you.
Requirements
- A caring attitude and a willingness to make a difference
- A desire to see elderly and vulnerable people treated with care and respect
- Reliability, flexibility, hard work and honesty
- Good communication skills and good teamwork skills
- In order to ensure the safety of staff and the vulnerable people we support during the Covid-19 pandemic, all staff will be required to comply with company, PHE and government recommendations including weekly testing.
Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant
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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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