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Care AssistantinWest SussexinWest SussexPUBLISHED WED 2 APR 2025

£14.25 PH Weekdays –£14.80 per hour Weekends
MENTAL HEALTHVEHICLEWEEKEND

Right at Home Chichester & Bognor RegisFollow Right at Home Chichester & Bognor Regis

Competitive pay rates of £14.25 per hour on weekdays and £14.80 per hour on weekends, with additional pay for bank holidays.
Flexible working hours that support a work-life balance, including shifts from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Opportunity to provide meaningful support to clients, helping them maintain independence and dignity in their own homes.
Comprehensive, fully-paid training provided, allowing individuals with no previous experience to excel in their roles.
Access to wellbeing support, including private counselling services to promote mental health for staff.
A recognition and rewards system that acknowledges hard work and dedication on a monthly basis.
A supportive team culture with regular catch-ups, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Join Our Compassionate Team as a Care Assistant in Bognor Regis!
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Right at Home Chichester & Bognor Regis is looking for dedicated Female Care Assistants to join our award-winning team. You'll play a crucial role in providing personal care and support to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence and dignity. With flexible hours from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm, this is a wonderful opportunity to fit your career around your life. Enjoy competitive pay at £14.25 per hour on weekdays and £14.80 on weekends, along with travel expenses and holiday benefits.
What’s more, we provide comprehensive training so you can shine in your role, even if you don't have prior experience. You'll not only be involved in personal care tasks but also help our clients engage in fulfilling activities, ensuring their mental well-being and promoting community participation. We offer a supportive team culture with regular catch-ups, recognition rewards, and even wellbeing support services. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career and build meaningful relationships in your community, we want to hear from you! Apply now and start your journey with us.
Competitive pay rates of £14.25 per hour on weekdays and £14.80 per hour on weekends, with additional pay for bank holidays.
Flexible working hours that support a work-life balance, including shifts from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Opportunity to provide meaningful support to clients, helping them maintain independence and dignity in their own homes.
Comprehensive, fully-paid training provided, allowing individuals with no previous experience to excel in their roles.
Access to wellbeing support, including private counselling services to promote mental health for staff.
A recognition and rewards system that acknowledges hard work and dedication on a monthly basis.
A supportive team culture with regular catch-ups, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

More about MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses.Learn more...
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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