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Flexible working hours with the option to choose from 1 to 4 days a week, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary of £11.50 per hour along with industry-recognized qualifications and training.
Generous holiday package of 29 days including a special day off for your birthday.
Opportunities for recognition through quarterly awards and performance-related bonuses.
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme, which offers support on various personal and professional matters.
Benefits like Hastee Pay, allowing you to withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday.
Glenholme Healthcare Ltd is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for their facility at Thimbleby Court in Horncastle, UK. This full-time role offers a salary of £11.50 per hour and includes various benefits such as flexible shift patterns, professional training, and automatic enrollment in an Employee Assistance Programme. The ideal candidate should possess a positive attitude, excellent listening skills, and the ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of the residents, which may include providing companionship, personal care, assistance with mobility, medication oversight, and meal preparation.
The position emphasises the importance of compassion, patience, and a sense of humor, as it can be challenging yet highly rewarding. Candidates must be adaptable and prioritize the well-being of residents, supporting their daily living activities. An Enhanced DBS check is required to ensure the safety and well-being of those in care. Glenholme Healthcare values respect, dignity, and equality, fostering an environment where both employees and residents can thrive.
The position emphasises the importance of compassion, patience, and a sense of humor, as it can be challenging yet highly rewarding. Candidates must be adaptable and prioritize the well-being of residents, supporting their daily living activities. An Enhanced DBS check is required to ensure the safety and well-being of those in care. Glenholme Healthcare values respect, dignity, and equality, fostering an environment where both employees and residents can thrive.
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Glenholme Healthcare Ltd Care Assistant in Horncastle, United Kingdom
Care Assistant
Location: Glenholme Thimbleby Court, Horncastle
Rate or Salary: £11.50 per hour, training, and industry recognised qualifications, flexible shifts
Full Time only - 36 hours
Do you have a big smile? That can make a person's face light up.
Do you have great listening skills? To listen to a lifetime's worth of stories.
Can you think on your feet? Each day is varied. It helps to be light on your feet as often our residents enjoy a dance.
Do you have patience and a sense of humour? Working as a care assistant isn't always the easiest job, but we promise that it will be one of the most rewarding.
If you have answered yes to these questions, Glenholme Healthcare, Horncastle, led by Hazel Whittaker would love to meet you. Press apply today!
Become a Care Assistant with Glenholme and receive the following benefits & perks:
Being a care assistant means you need to be adaptable, and personable but ultimately put others first. Your role will include:
To find out more about joining Glenholme Healthcare Thimbleby Court, please apply today!
At Glenholme, our core values allow our staff and service users to thrive. We believe in treating individuals, their families and our staff with respect and dignity while placing a high value on equality, equity and diversity.
Job Code: GHTCA
Apply Now
Glenholme Healthcare Ltd Care Assistant in Horncastle, United Kingdom
Care Assistant
Location: Glenholme Thimbleby Court, Horncastle
Rate or Salary: £11.50 per hour, training, and industry recognised qualifications, flexible shifts
Full Time only - 36 hours
Do you have a big smile? That can make a person's face light up.
Do you have great listening skills? To listen to a lifetime's worth of stories.
Can you think on your feet? Each day is varied. It helps to be light on your feet as often our residents enjoy a dance.
Do you have patience and a sense of humour? Working as a care assistant isn't always the easiest job, but we promise that it will be one of the most rewarding.
If you have answered yes to these questions, Glenholme Healthcare, Horncastle, led by Hazel Whittaker would love to meet you. Press apply today!
Become a Care Assistant with Glenholme and receive the following benefits & perks:
- Hastee Pay - withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday as when you want
- Flexibility (the choice to work from 1, 2, 3, or 4 days per week with alternate weekends off)
- 29 holidays (including your birthday off) plus the length of service bonus holidays
- Quarterly Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution and service performance-related bonuses
- Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advise on child support, financial advice, mental health, and health & wellbeing
- You'll also receive our pension and life assurance cover up to £10,000
- Glenholme offer a Cycle 2 work scheme
- Free Blue Light Card
Being a care assistant means you need to be adaptable, and personable but ultimately put others first. Your role will include:
- Companionship
- Helping with personal care
- Helping with mobility around the home
- Overseeing medication and providing medical support
- Helping with housework such as cleaning and vacuuming
- Preparing and cooking meals
To find out more about joining Glenholme Healthcare Thimbleby Court, please apply today!
At Glenholme, our core values allow our staff and service users to thrive. We believe in treating individuals, their families and our staff with respect and dignity while placing a high value on equality, equity and diversity.
Job Code: GHTCA
Apply Now
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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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