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Barry
£14 - £15.32 an hour (with holiday pay on top)
Are you a dedicated and passionate Care Assistant looking for flexibility between your home, university or work life, plus the opportunity to earn up to £15.32 an hour working close to home? Then this role could be the one for you!
Brook Street Social Care are looking to recruit experienced Care Assistants to work in a residential care home in the Barry area.
You will be working as part of an established team to deliver the best quality care and support to frail elderly residents and to enrich their lives as much as possible!
You will need to be a driver to be considered for this role.
Requirements
£14 - £15.32 an hour (with holiday pay on top)
Are you a dedicated and passionate Care Assistant looking for flexibility between your home, university or work life, plus the opportunity to earn up to £15.32 an hour working close to home? Then this role could be the one for you!
Brook Street Social Care are looking to recruit experienced Care Assistants to work in a residential care home in the Barry area.
You will be working as part of an established team to deliver the best quality care and support to frail elderly residents and to enrich their lives as much as possible!
You will need to be a driver to be considered for this role.
Requirements
- 6 months UK based care experience in the last year OR a year in the last 5 years#
- Be a driver with access to your own vehicle
- Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)
- Willing to undergo DBS and reference checks
- Willing to undertake personal care
- To be approachable, friendly, proactive and engage with the services users
- Great communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Weekly pay and paid PAYE (We do not use umbrella companies - meaning you accrue holiday pay and no hidden fees)Offer shifts via your availability
- 24/7 contact with Brook Street Social Care
- Pension scheme entitlement
- Double pay on Bank Holidays
- Separate holiday pay (you have a whole year to use it)
- Access to specialist support through our Mental Health First Aiders
- Online time sheets and payslips
- Opportunity to work in various of settings and gain experience.
- Free training and refreshers provided including Manual handling, Medication, PBM and more! No fee for certificates!
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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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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