Care Assistant inWorthing inWorthing PUBLISHED 2 JUN 2024
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you
! We can offer you flexibility in hours and a strong support team to assist you in providing excellent care, we also take care of you and support our team who always go above and beyond for our clients.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and are looking to pick up some hours in the evening and or weekend, come and join us!!
The Benefits Of Working For Us Are
- Fully paid training and Paid Shadowing Shifts.
- Hourly rate £13.50 weekdays & £15.18 weekends.
- Paid travel time.
- Paid mileage at 38p per mile.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Paid holidays.
- Refer a friend bonus of £250.00.
- Company smartphone & tablet.
- Free DBS.
- Free uniform.
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders.
- Discount for carers card, claim money back on your shopping.
to arrange an interview or drop us a text on
and we will get back to you at your earliest convenience.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check and a Full UK Driving Licence is required.
At Optimal Future, we are building an amazing team and are looking for amazing people like
you
! We can offer you flexibility in hours and a strong support team to assist you in providing excellent care, we also take care of you and support our team who always go above and beyond for our clients.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and are looking to pick up some hours in the evening and or weekend, come and join us!!
The Benefits Of Working For Us Are
to arrange an interview or drop us a text on
and we will get back to you at your earliest convenience.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check and a Full UK Driving Licence is required.
you
! We can offer you flexibility in hours and a strong support team to assist you in providing excellent care, we also take care of you and support our team who always go above and beyond for our clients.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and are looking to pick up some hours in the evening and or weekend, come and join us!!
The Benefits Of Working For Us Are
- Fully paid training and Paid Shadowing Shifts.
- Hourly rate £13.50 weekdays & £15.18 weekends.
- Paid travel time.
- Paid mileage at 38p per mile.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Paid holidays.
- Refer a friend bonus of £250.00.
- Company smartphone & tablet.
- Free DBS.
- Free uniform.
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders.
- Discount for carers card, claim money back on your shopping.
to arrange an interview or drop us a text on
and we will get back to you at your earliest convenience.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check and a Full UK Driving Licence is required.
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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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