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Care AssistantinAberdeeninAberdeenPUBLISHED TUE 25 JUN 2024

Holmes Care Group

We are Holmes Care Group!

Join our growing team where we're dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and their families. Our passionate staff are the driving force behind making this purpose a reality! Our company core values are inspired by TRUST: we are Thoughtful, Responsible, Unique, Striving for excellence and Together.

Benefits Package:

  • Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements
  • SSSC registration fees paid for (Scotland only)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid for (permanent positions only)
  • Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500
  • Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Provider
  • Exclusive Online Retail Discounts and Cash Back
  • Discounted Health Club memberships
  • Access to bespoke online and face to face training provided by Holmes Care Group
  • Additional on-going training and development opportunities
  • Recognition schemes including annual Staff Appreciation Week and annual National Care Awards

What does the day of a care assistant look like?

As a naturally caring and compassionate person, you will play a pivotal role in delivering great quality, person related care:

  • Providing excellent care and support to residents
  • Assisting residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
  • Providing support and guidance to family members
  • Engaging in day-to-day activities and providing companionship to residents
  • Maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships with other team members.

If you are ready to start a new career with the UK’s leading care home group, apply now or contact us on or Together we can make a difference.

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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