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Care AssistantinWeston-Super-MareinWeston-Super-MarePUBLISHED SAT 4 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 an average of 35.25 hours per week, allowing for a good work-life balance.
Comprehensive induction and training program to enhance skills and knowledge in care.
Opportunities for further career development with a Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Access to employee benefits, including discounts through the Blue Light Card scheme and company pension.
Positive and supportive workplace culture focused on kindness, respect, and teamwork.
The rewarding experience of making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.
N. Notaro Homes Ltd is seeking a Care Assistant for their facility in Clarence Park, Weston-super-Mare. The position involves working an average of 35.25 hours per week, including some weekends, with various shift patterns. Care Assistants will provide essential support to residents by following care plans, assisting with personal care, meal support, and maintaining accurate documentation. The starting salary is £12.00 per hour, with an additional overtime rate of £2.00 per hour.

Candidates should align with the company’s core values of kindness, respect, teamwork, and compassion. The role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive training and induction process, potential for a Health and Social Care diploma, and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and discounts. Applications are encouraged promptly, as interviews may begin prior to the closing date if suitable candidates are identified.
Competitive starting salary of £12.00 per hour, with an additional £2 per hour for overtime.
Flexible working hours with an average of 35.25 hours per week, allowing for a good work-life balance.
Comprehensive induction and training program to enhance skills and knowledge in care.
Opportunities for further career development with a Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Access to employee benefits, including discounts through the Blue Light Card scheme and company pension.
Positive and supportive workplace culture focused on kindness, respect, and teamwork.
The rewarding experience of making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.

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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