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Care AssistantinCheadle HulmeinCheadle HulmePUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025

Above industry average pay of £14.25 to £15.75 per hour (including paid travel time)
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Guaranteed pay with above industry average rates of £14.25 to £15.75 per hour, including paid travel time.
Flexible working hours or guaranteed hours contracts to suit your lifestyle, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Paid travel time at your standard rate and mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile, ensuring you are compensated for your travel expenses.
Comprehensive training provided, with a full in-house induction and support for further qualifications, ensuring you feel confident in your role.
Career progression opportunities within the company, enabling personal and professional growth in the social care field.
Instant access to your pay rather than waiting for payday, increasing financial flexibility.
Supportive work environment with local management available 24/7, along with an employee assistance program for additional resources.
Are you ready to make a real difference in someone's life? Join Carefound Home Care as a Professional Care Assistant in Cheadle Hulme and surrounding areas! We’re proud to be rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and we’re looking for compassionate individuals like you to join our devoted team. Whether you have experience or are just starting, we’ll provide the training you need to flourish in this rewarding role. All you need is a full UK driving licence, your own car, and a passion for caring.

At Carefound Home Care, we understand the importance of flexibility, so you can choose a contract that suits your lifestyle—whether that’s guaranteed hours or ad-hoc shifts. Enjoy competitive pay from £14.25 to £15.75 per hour, including paid travel time, with the added perk of double pay on bank holidays and paid mileage at 45p per mile. Plus, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, training support, and a clear path for career advancement. If you're warm-hearted, patient, and ready to support clients in their own homes with companionship, personal care, and daily living tasks, we want to hear from you! Apply today to start your fulfilling journey in care.
Guaranteed pay with above industry average rates of £14.25 to £15.75 per hour, including paid travel time.
Flexible working hours or guaranteed hours contracts to suit your lifestyle, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Paid travel time at your standard rate and mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile, ensuring you are compensated for your travel expenses.
Comprehensive training provided, with a full in-house induction and support for further qualifications, ensuring you feel confident in your role.
Career progression opportunities within the company, enabling personal and professional growth in the social care field.
Instant access to your pay rather than waiting for payday, increasing financial flexibility.
Supportive work environment with local management available 24/7, along with an employee assistance program for additional resources.

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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