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Care AssistantinBurgess HillinBurgess HillPUBLISHED TUE 25 MAR 2025

£11.50 per hour
BLUE LIGHT CARDBONUSWEEKEND

Xtreme Communications

Competitive pay of £11.50 per hour, offering financial stability.
Generous £300 Refer a Friend Bonus, promoting teamwork and camaraderie.
Comprehensive training for Care Certificate, ensuring you are well-prepared for your role.
Fully funded apprenticeships (NVQ's) available, allowing for career advancement and skill development.
Ongoing professional development opportunities, fostering growth within the organization.
Generous leave policy with 28 days annual leave (pro rata), supporting work-life balance.
Blue light card membership providing discounts and benefits, enhancing your overall working experience.
Join our compassionate team at Care Outlook in Burgess Hill and make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable and elderly individuals. As a Care Assistant, you’ll offer essential personal care, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy the immense satisfaction that comes from helping others. With part-time hours and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for anyone dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those in need—especially women seeking to make a positive impact.

At Care Outlook, we truly value our Care Assistants. You'll earn £11.50 per hour, benefit from a £300 refer-a-friend bonus, and receive top-notch training leading to a Care Certificate. Plus, with fully funded apprenticeships, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities, your growth is our priority. Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (pro rata) and an array of discounts through our Blue Light Card membership. Don’t worry if you lack experience; we provide comprehensive training to help you excel in your role. If you're caring, reliable, and ready to commit to helping others, we want to hear from you!
Competitive pay of £11.50 per hour, offering financial stability.
Generous £300 Refer a Friend Bonus, promoting teamwork and camaraderie.
Comprehensive training for Care Certificate, ensuring you are well-prepared for your role.
Fully funded apprenticeships (NVQ's) available, allowing for career advancement and skill development.
Ongoing professional development opportunities, fostering growth within the organization.
Generous leave policy with 28 days annual leave (pro rata), supporting work-life balance.
Blue light card membership providing discounts and benefits, enhancing your overall working experience.

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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