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Care AssistantinDissinDissPUBLISHED THU 4 APR 2024

Care Assistant

Walcot Hall, Diss

£11.80 per hour

48 hours a week

Healthcare Homes are recruiting for a full time care assistant to work at Walcot Hall in Diss.

Working as part of our care team is a rewarding and fulfilling role and we are looking for people who are kind, caring and committed to delivering the highest quality of care to our residents. As a Care Assistant, you will be supporting with personal hygiene, general support, care and social wellbeing. This is a great opportunity to develop your career alongside the support and guidance of a well established team who truly value their colleagues.

Whether you are an experienced care assistant, support worker or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role, we can provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well established team who truly value their colleagues.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Company Pension
  • 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
  • Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
  • Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
  • Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
  • Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Advanced Healthcare Practitioner
  • Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
  • Recognition and Long Service awards
Set in over three acres of well-kept lawns and gardens in a small hamlet adjoining the market town of Diss, Walcot Hall provides compassionate, person-centred care in a safe and friendly environment. Our dedicated and skilled team of staff ensure quality care throughout the home and seek to value and respect the uniqueness of residents and their families.

Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.

If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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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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