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Community Care AssistantinInvernessinInvernessPUBLISHED WED 26 FEB 2025

Competitive hourly rates starting from £12.50 to £13.55, providing solid financial rewards.
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through comprehensive training and mentoring for qualifications in social care.
Flexible shift patterns, allowing for part-time or full-time work that can fit various personal schedules.
Guaranteed hours with a permanent contract, ensuring job stability and security.
Attractive benefits including employer's pension contributions, 28 days of paid annual leave, and paid mileage.
Supportive team environment with access to on-call assistance from the office between 6am-10pm.
Contribution to the community and the ability to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.
Fraser Home Care is expanding its team of Community Care Assistants, offering competitive hourly rates from £12.50 to £13.55 per hour.
Do you already work in the care sector or are you interested in starting a fulfilling career in social care and earning a relevant qualification without attending college? Our company, an approved SVQ centre, can assist, guide, and mentor you through your award, providing the foundation and qualifications for a rewarding career in the social care sector. This is a career where you can make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people in your local community.

Opportunities are available across the following shift patterns:
Part time mornings on rotation 7am to 2pm
Part time evenings on rotation 4pm to 10pm
Full time on rotation 7am to 10pm with a 2 hour break between 2pm and 4pm
Weekends - hours available between 7am and 10pm
Bank/Relief
Team Lead

Rotation -
Week 1 - Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
Week 2 - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

About the role:
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team providing holistic personal care. By adopting a person-centred approach, we assist, enable, and support the overall wellbeing of vulnerable community members, helping them maintain their dignity and independence. Our care services are delivered in clients’ homes across the Inverness areas of Smithton, Culloden, Balloch, Cradlehall, and Westhill.
Responsibilities may include meal preparation, medication assistance, personal care .
No prior experience in care is required, as we offer comprehensive training and ongoing support. We are looking for empathetic and compassionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people and possess a proactive attitude.

Essential requirements:
Valid driving licence
Access to your own car for work purposes
Car insurance that includes business use

Benefits of joining our Team:
Guaranteed hours
Permanent contract
Employer's pension contribution.
28 days of paid annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
Paid PVG check
Paid mileage at 45p per mile
Use of manual transmission company cars on certain runs (over 21)
Comprehensive training and free learning and development opportunities
Payment for completed induction training
Shadow shifts provided and paid at the full hourly rate
Fully supported role with our on-call/office team available between 6am-10pm
Free uniform/PPE
Unlimited use of the Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £200 per referral)
Blue Light Card (offering a range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts)
In house support, guidance and mentoring for Social Service and Health Care SVQ2, with no requirement to attend college; the entire qualification can be completed with us.
Competitive hourly rates starting from £12.50 to £13.55, providing solid financial rewards.
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through comprehensive training and mentoring for qualifications in social care.
Flexible shift patterns, allowing for part-time or full-time work that can fit various personal schedules.
Guaranteed hours with a permanent contract, ensuring job stability and security.
Attractive benefits including employer's pension contributions, 28 days of paid annual leave, and paid mileage.
Supportive team environment with access to on-call assistance from the office between 6am-10pm.
Contribution to the community and the ability to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job:
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what attracted you to this Community Care Assistant role?
2. What do you understand about the responsibilities of a Community Care Assistant?
3. Why do you want to work in the care sector, and what does making a difference in someone's life mean to you?
4. Do you have any previous experience in caring for others, either professionally or informally, such as caring for family members?
5. How would you handle a situation where a client is resistant to receiving care?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what attracted you to this Community Care Assistant role?
2. What do you understand about the responsibilities of a Community Care Assistant?
3. Why do you want to work in the care sector, and what does making a difference in someone's life mean to you?
4. Do you have any previous experience in caring for others, either professionally or informally, such as caring for family members?
5. How would you handle a situation where a client is resistant to receiving care?
Useful skills for a Community Care Assistant:
To work as a Community Care Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities, practical skills, and sometimes formal qualifications or training. Here are some key skills and attributes that are important for this role:
Personal Qualities:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and responding to the needs and feelings of clients.
2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations.
3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.
4. Flexibility: Adaptability to various situations and changes in schedules or client needs.
5. Reliability: Being dependable and punctual to build trust with clients.
Practical Skills:
1. Basic Healthcare Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and safety as well as awareness of common medical conditions.
2. Personal Care Skills: Assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
3. Meal Preparation: Knowledge of nutritional needs and the ability to prepare healthy meals.
4. Record Keeping: Ability to document clients’ progress and update care plans accurately.
5. Emergency Response: Understanding of basic first aid and ability to respond to emergencies appropriately.
Qualifications and Training:
1. Relevant Qualifications: While not strictly necessary, qualifications such as NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can be beneficial.
2. Care Certificate: Completing the Care Certificate can demonstrate your competency in the essential skills required for care workers.
3. First Aid Training: Having a valid first aid certificate can be advantageous.
4. DBS Check: You will need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure you can work safely with vulnerable clients.
Additional Attributes:
1. Cultural Awareness: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and cultures of clients.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers and family members.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Being able to think critically and solve issues that may arise in care provision.
 


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