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Care AssistantinRadcliffe On TrentinRadcliffe On TrentPUBLISHED SUN 16 MAR 2025

Above industry average pay of £13.60 to £15.20 per hour (including paid travel time)
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Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high standard of care and work environment.
Flexible working hours or guaranteed hours contracts to fit around your lifestyle.
Above industry average pay of £13.60 to £15.20 per hour, plus paid travel time, and additional pay enhancements.
Opportunities for career progression and support for further training, including diploma qualifications.
Paid holidays and a pension scheme, offering financial security as an employee.
Immediate access to earned pay, allowing better financial management without waiting for payday.
Warm and supportive working relationships with clients, making a meaningful difference in their lives and promoting well-being.
Join our Outstanding team at Carefound Home Care in Radcliffe on Trent and make a real difference in people’s lives! We’re on the lookout for compassionate and dedicated individuals to become Professional Care Assistants in our supportive community. Whether you have prior experience or not, we’ll equip you with everything you need to thrive in this fulfilling role. All you need is a full UK driving licence, your own car, and a genuine desire to help others.

Embrace a flexible career that fits around your lifestyle while enjoying a competitive salary of £13.60 to £15.20 per hour, including paid travel time, plus 45p per mile mileage allowance. We offer fantastic benefits like guaranteed hours, double pay on bank holidays, and the opportunity for career progression, with support for further training. As a Care Assistant, you’ll develop meaningful relationships with clients, providing companionship, support with personal care, and assisting with daily tasks. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey where your kindness can shine, apply today – we can’t wait to welcome you to our caring family!
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring a high standard of care and work environment.
Flexible working hours or guaranteed hours contracts to fit around your lifestyle.
Above industry average pay of £13.60 to £15.20 per hour, plus paid travel time, and additional pay enhancements.
Opportunities for career progression and support for further training, including diploma qualifications.
Paid holidays and a pension scheme, offering financial security as an employee.
Immediate access to earned pay, allowing better financial management without waiting for payday.
Warm and supportive working relationships with clients, making a meaningful difference in their lives and promoting well-being.

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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