Care Assistant inBrighton And Hove inBrighton And Hove PUBLISHED
TUE 7 JAN 2025
Care Outlook Community rb2UMea
Competitive pay rate of £11.50 per hour, ensuring fair compensation for your hard work.
Opportunity for a £300 Refer a Friend Bonus, encouraging camaraderie and team spirit.
Comprehensive training for Care Certificate and ongoing professional development, fostering personal and professional growth.
Generous annual leave of 28 days (pro rata), allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
Flexible work options with both full-time and part-time shifts available, accommodating various schedules.
Fulfillment from improving the lives of vulnerable and elderly individuals, leading to high job satisfaction.
Care Outlook Community is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join their team at the Extra Care Scheme, New Larchwood, located in Coldean, Brighton. This role involves providing personal care and support to vulnerable and elderly clients, including assistance with daily activities such as washing, toileting, and dressing, as well as light housekeeping and monitoring health records. Both full-time and part-time positions are available with flexible shifts, including days and nights, and mandatory weekend work.
Candidates should be caring, reliable, and patient, with a strong commitment to improving the lives of those they care for. While no prior experience is necessary, successful applicants will receive comprehensive training, including for Care Certification, alongside a competitive pay rate of £11.50 per hour, a £300 referral bonus, and 28 days of annual leave (pro rata). Care Outlook emphasises support and professional development for its Care Assistants from day one.
Candidates should be caring, reliable, and patient, with a strong commitment to improving the lives of those they care for. While no prior experience is necessary, successful applicants will receive comprehensive training, including for Care Certification, alongside a competitive pay rate of £11.50 per hour, a £300 referral bonus, and 28 days of annual leave (pro rata). Care Outlook emphasises support and professional development for its Care Assistants from day one.
Apply now to join our great team of Care Workers here at Care Outlook to help improve the lives of the vulnerable and elderly in our wonderful Extra Care Scheme, New Larchwood in Coldean, Brighton, BN1.
Day and Night staff required.
As a healthcare assistant, you will be providing personal care, building relationships, and making a big difference to those who need it whilst gaining great job satisfaction.
Here at Care Outlook, we offer our Care Assistants the following:
Full and Part time available, days and nights available.
Assisting clients with personal care (Washing, toileting, dressing etc.)
Performing light housekeeping tasks.
Observing, monitoring and record keeping.
We are looking for Care Assistants to join us who are:
Caring, reliable, patient, and compassionate
100% committed to helping improve the quality of life of vulnerable people
Authorised to work in the UK - Unfortunately we cannot provide sponsorship
Full support will be given to you in your role from the very beginning ensuring you are fully trained, competent, and confident to deliver outstanding care.
No experience necessary, as our care assistants is provided with excellent training in full.
Day and Night staff required.
As a healthcare assistant, you will be providing personal care, building relationships, and making a big difference to those who need it whilst gaining great job satisfaction.
Here at Care Outlook, we offer our Care Assistants the following:
- £11.50 per hour
- £300 Refer a Friend Bonus*
- Excellent Training for Care Certificate & ongoing professional development
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- 4 weekly payroll
- Full time and Part time available!
Full and Part time available, days and nights available.
- 07:00 to 14:00
- 14:00 to 22:00
- 22:00 - 07:00
- Every other Saturday and Sunday is mandatory for all staff
Assisting clients with personal care (Washing, toileting, dressing etc.)
Performing light housekeeping tasks.
Observing, monitoring and record keeping.
We are looking for Care Assistants to join us who are:
Caring, reliable, patient, and compassionate
100% committed to helping improve the quality of life of vulnerable people
Authorised to work in the UK - Unfortunately we cannot provide sponsorship
Full support will be given to you in your role from the very beginning ensuring you are fully trained, competent, and confident to deliver outstanding care.
No experience necessary, as our care assistants is provided with excellent training in full.
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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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