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- Female applicants only
- Drivers only
We Are Recruiting a Minimum Of 3 Full-time Or 6 Part-time?Care Assistants?to Provide Care And Support To People Living In?in The Low Moor Side (LS12) Area Which Includes
- Low Moor Side
- New Farnley
- Upper Moor Side
Pay: £12.50 p/hr (drivers) / £12.00 p/hr (walkers) - travel time included
- Shift Pay rather than pay per call; allowing you to go Above & Beyond when supporting clients to achieve outcomes, maintain independence and build community connections.
- Mileage: 45p per mile for drivers & 20p per mile for cyclists
- Bonus schemes: up to £300 new starter, £300 Refer a Friend, £300 annual bonus. £25 birthday gift voucher.
- Early Shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm
- Late shift: 3:00pm - 10:00pm (finish time depends on public transport times)
- Alternate full weekends.
- Evenings as agreed within your working hours.
Benefits
- Fully funded DBS.
- Paid induction training:?1 week classroom-based (Monday - Friday), 2 days shadowing and additional online modules.
- Training development: funded Level 2 and other accredited courses.
- Holiday pay:?annual leave accumulates with working hours and length of service.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP):?24-hour helpline, advice and guidance for yourself and dependents.
- Union membership (optional):?through our partnership with the GMB.
Job Description
You may already have many of the skills needed to make an excellent?Care Assistant?for?Be Caring, patience, empathy, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively are all essential qualities for this role.
As a Care Assistant?working in Low Moor Side, you will:
- Provide personal care that protects people's dignity.
- Promote independence using enabling approaches.
- Support people to meet their outcomes, involving families and professionals.
- Connect people to their communities accessing local support and services.
- Deliver personalised care through individual choice and control.
- Be a strong and effective communicator, documenting, reporting, and sharing information with the right people at the right time.
As a Care Assistant?for Be Caring, you will be provided with comprehensive induction training on:
- Be Caring values, going Above & Beyond to meet personal outcomes.
- Dignity and respect, safeguarding and equality and diversity
- Confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Fluids and nutrition and safe administration of medication.
- Moving and positioning, basic life support, and pressure sores (React to Red)
- Infection prevention and control,?health and safety.
- Learning Disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health and capacity.
Requirements
We Are Recruiting a Minimum Of 3 Full-time Or 6 Part-time?Care Assistants?to Provide Care And Support To People Living In?in The Low Moor Side (LS12) Area Which Includes
Pay: £12.50 p/hr (drivers) / £12.00 p/hr (walkers) - travel time included
Benefits
Job Description
You may already have many of the skills needed to make an excellent?Care Assistant?for?Be Caring, patience, empathy, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively are all essential qualities for this role.
As a Care Assistant?working in Low Moor Side, you will:
As a Care Assistant?for Be Caring, you will be provided with comprehensive induction training on:
- Female applicants only
- Drivers only
We Are Recruiting a Minimum Of 3 Full-time Or 6 Part-time?Care Assistants?to Provide Care And Support To People Living In?in The Low Moor Side (LS12) Area Which Includes
- Low Moor Side
- New Farnley
- Upper Moor Side
Pay: £12.50 p/hr (drivers) / £12.00 p/hr (walkers) - travel time included
- Shift Pay rather than pay per call; allowing you to go Above & Beyond when supporting clients to achieve outcomes, maintain independence and build community connections.
- Mileage: 45p per mile for drivers & 20p per mile for cyclists
- Bonus schemes: up to £300 new starter, £300 Refer a Friend, £300 annual bonus. £25 birthday gift voucher.
- Early Shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm
- Late shift: 3:00pm - 10:00pm (finish time depends on public transport times)
- Alternate full weekends.
- Evenings as agreed within your working hours.
Benefits
- Fully funded DBS.
- Paid induction training:?1 week classroom-based (Monday - Friday), 2 days shadowing and additional online modules.
- Training development: funded Level 2 and other accredited courses.
- Holiday pay:?annual leave accumulates with working hours and length of service.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP):?24-hour helpline, advice and guidance for yourself and dependents.
- Union membership (optional):?through our partnership with the GMB.
Job Description
You may already have many of the skills needed to make an excellent?Care Assistant?for?Be Caring, patience, empathy, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively are all essential qualities for this role.
As a Care Assistant?working in Low Moor Side, you will:
- Provide personal care that protects people's dignity.
- Promote independence using enabling approaches.
- Support people to meet their outcomes, involving families and professionals.
- Connect people to their communities accessing local support and services.
- Deliver personalised care through individual choice and control.
- Be a strong and effective communicator, documenting, reporting, and sharing information with the right people at the right time.
As a Care Assistant?for Be Caring, you will be provided with comprehensive induction training on:
- Be Caring values, going Above & Beyond to meet personal outcomes.
- Dignity and respect, safeguarding and equality and diversity
- Confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Fluids and nutrition and safe administration of medication.
- Moving and positioning, basic life support, and pressure sores (React to Red)
- Infection prevention and control,?health and safety.
- Learning Disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health and capacity.
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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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