Care Assistant inBlackpool inBlackpool PUBLISHED 30 APR 2024
Alcedo Care reDZEhR
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No previous experience needed as full training provided. we just need willing to undertake a Fully Enhanced DBS Check and willing to work some weekends.
Pay Rates starting from £13 per hour
PLUS
Holiday Pay and Pension contribution!
Want to start a career in care but don't have any experience? We can help! All you need is good people skills and a big heart; we can teach the rest!
Alcedo Care Blackpool are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs across the Blackpool & Fylde area. This will range from providing compassionate care right through to personal care and more complex needs. We don't just offer care work; we offer you a career with options of completing an
NVQ
and options to progress within in the company. Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider for the last 4 years.
For this role, you must be able to travel to client’s homes around the Blackpool & Fylde area. If you hold a UK drivers’ licence and have your own car, this is beneficial. However, if you do not and wish to work through the night at one of our 24/7 care packages you will need to get to the place of care.
At Alcedo Care Blackpool, we value our Home Care Workers and offer a lot of opportunity and flexibility for you. We offer both full and part time hours and some weekends are required. We let you choose what days you wish to work midweek and what days you want off as we understand work life balance is important. We find that this keeps our staff positive and motivated but most importantly, happy!
We are currently holding weekly interviews and aim to get you out working as quick as we can. Start as a carer and we will upskill you to work on our clinical care packages; or our children support packages; or our adult support packages; or even our supported living sites. This is the start to your career in care or expanding your care experience.
Working With Alcedo Care Blackpool Gives You The Following
- Excellent rates of pay £13.00 - £14.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay
- DBS Payment Scheme available
- Mileage contribution for drivers - 30p per mile
- 12-week buddy scheme - offering support to new staff
- Flexible working hours around personal commitments/childcare
- Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months service.
- Weekly pay every Friday
- 24/7 support from the local friendly office
- Full PPE provided.
- Holiday pay.
- Pension Scheme.
- Care Friends referral bonuses - up to £250 for you for every person you refer successfully.
- Free professional mental health and wellbeing support available 24/7.
- Fantastic training program including online/practical/inhouse training with annual refresher training.
- Work in your local area.
- On-going career development/progression opportunities and opportunities to complete NVQ in Health & Social Care.
The office team are friendly, approachable and have a wealth of experience within the care industry.
Pay Rates starting from £13 per hour
PLUS
Holiday Pay and Pension contribution!
Want to start a career in care but don't have any experience? We can help! All you need is good people skills and a big heart; we can teach the rest!
Alcedo Care Blackpool are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to support adults living at home with a range of needs across the Blackpool & Fylde area. This will range from providing compassionate care right through to personal care and more complex needs. We don't just offer care work; we offer you a career with options of completing an
NVQ
and options to progress within in the company. Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider for the last 4 years.
For this role, you must be able to travel to client’s homes around the Blackpool & Fylde area. If you hold a UK drivers’ licence and have your own car, this is beneficial. However, if you do not and wish to work through the night at one of our 24/7 care packages you will need to get to the place of care.
At Alcedo Care Blackpool, we value our Home Care Workers and offer a lot of opportunity and flexibility for you. We offer both full and part time hours and some weekends are required. We let you choose what days you wish to work midweek and what days you want off as we understand work life balance is important. We find that this keeps our staff positive and motivated but most importantly, happy!
We are currently holding weekly interviews and aim to get you out working as quick as we can. Start as a carer and we will upskill you to work on our clinical care packages; or our children support packages; or our adult support packages; or even our supported living sites. This is the start to your career in care or expanding your care experience.
Working With Alcedo Care Blackpool Gives You The Following
- Excellent rates of pay £13.00 - £14.50 + Pension + Holiday Pay
- DBS Payment Scheme available
- Mileage contribution for drivers - 30p per mile
- 12-week buddy scheme - offering support to new staff
- Flexible working hours around personal commitments/childcare
- Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months service.
- Weekly pay every Friday
- 24/7 support from the local friendly office
- Full PPE provided.
- Holiday pay.
- Pension Scheme.
- Care Friends referral bonuses - up to £250 for you for every person you refer successfully.
- Free professional mental health and wellbeing support available 24/7.
- Fantastic training program including online/practical/inhouse training with annual refresher training.
- Work in your local area.
- On-going career development/progression opportunities and opportunities to complete NVQ in Health & Social Care.
The office team are friendly, approachable and have a wealth of experience within the care industry.
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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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