Community Care Assistant in Greater Manchester inGreater Manchester PUBLISHED SUN 30 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section

Excellent pay rates from £13.00- £13.50 per hour

Alcedo Care reDZEhR

Job description

£13-£13.50 PER HOUR, PLUS HOLIDAY PAY AND PENSION

Communtiy Healthcare Assistant - Alcedo Care - Part Time/ Full time

Shift patterns: AM- 6AM-3PM OR EVENINGS 3PM-11/11:30PM

Join our team of Community Care Assistants in the Wigan & Surrounding area. The role involves providing high standards of care to our customers in the local community. From compassionate care, helping around the home, supporting with nutrition and hygiene and also personal care.

Excellent pay rates from £13.00- £13.50 per hour
Mileage 30p per mile,
Holiday pay
Pension scheme
Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications
Travel time incorporated into calls
Fantastic training program including online/practical training
End of year carer awards, including regular nominations for Carer of the month

Requirements

Must be over the age of 18
Full UK drivers licence with access to your own vehicle (No public transport)
Right to work in the Uk ( No sponsership or limited visa e.g student visa)
Must be Flexible to shift patterns

Alcedo Care has been rated top 20 homecare provider in the UK for the past 5 years by our clients, a testament to the work of our amazing care teams. We're a family owned company, and operate with family values at the heart of everything we do

If you want to Joun a company that truly appreciates its carers, please apply now for an initial discussion

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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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Useful skills for a Community Care Assistant: Click to view

To work as a Community Care Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities, practical skills, and sometimes formal qualifications or training. Here are some key skills and attributes that are important for this role:

Personal Qualities:

1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and responding to the needs and feelings of clients.

2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations.

3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.

4. Flexibility: Adaptability to various situations and changes in schedules or client needs.

5. Reliability: Being dependable and punctual to build trust with clients.

Practical Skills:

1. Basic Healthcare Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and safety as well as awareness of common medical conditions.

2. Personal Care Skills: Assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.

3. Meal Preparation: Knowledge of nutritional needs and the ability to prepare healthy meals.

4. Record Keeping: Ability to document clients’ progress and update care plans accurately.

5. Emergency Response: Understanding of basic first aid and ability to respond to emergencies appropriately.

Qualifications and Training:

1. Relevant Qualifications: While not strictly necessary, qualifications such as NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can be beneficial.

2. Care Certificate: Completing the Care Certificate can demonstrate your competency in the essential skills required for care workers.

3. First Aid Training: Having a valid first aid certificate can be advantageous.

4. DBS Check: You will need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure you can work safely with vulnerable clients.

Additional Attributes:

1. Cultural Awareness: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and cultures of clients.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers and family members.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Being able to think critically and solve issues that may arise in care provision.

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