Care Assistant Reading, England
Job description
Job Title: Care Assistant
The Company will be providing care and support to individual people; from daily hourly visits up to full 24 hour care. Therefore, we have a combination of work patterns available which could easily help you achieve the perfect home/work life balance.
Duties:
- Providing personal care and support to individuals in their own homes or in care facilities
- Assisting with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Administering medication as directed by healthcare professionals
- Assisting with meal preparation and feeding
- Providing companionship and emotional support to clients
- Assisting with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up
- Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients' health or behavior to the appropriate healthcare professionals
- Following care plans and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing circumstances
- Basic knowledge of personal care techniques and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality and privacy regulations
As a Care Assistant, you must possess the following skills :
- Have a natural and caring attitude
- Have the ability to organise and plan
- Reliability and Attentiveness
- A willingness to listen
- Good team player with great communication skills
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.75-£11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Sunday (Mornings & Evenings)
The position is subject to a suitable Enhanced DBS check and references.
SPONSORSHIP TIER 2 VISA REQUIREMENTS:
- Care experience (you must have at least 6 months experience working in the UK as a Care Assistant if you're looking for 20 Extra Hours or a Switch
- You MUST hold a valid Driving License
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OR
- You must be outside the UK to apply for this post and have all the required documents (check on .gov.uk)
- You MUST hold a valid Driving License
We pride ourselves on delivering a consistent high quality care service to people in the community_ (please read our CQC report on their website)._
WHY WORK WITH US?
- 25p per mile allowance
- Guaranteed Contracted Hours
- 28 Days Paid Holiday
- Full Training provided, including Care Certificate Qualification
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access to professionals for stress, anxiety, mental health and wellbeing, financial advice, GP service.
- Continuous Support from the Management Team
- Free Uniform and PPE
- Paid Supervision & Staff Meetings
- Paid Shadowing
- Pension Scheme (when you pass your 3 months probation)
- Career Progression Opportunities
Can you change people’s lives for the better?
Then join a Team that cares about you and its customers, Apply now!
- Work allocation is done in advance, giving you time to plan ahead
- We’ll ensure you receive enthusiastic and encouraging support from our dedicated management team
- We offer flexible shift patterns and working hours to fit around your needs, including night shifts and part-time positions that suit your availability
- On-going training, development, and supervision
- Free induction and training
- Achievement recognition
- Excellent pay rates
- Refer a friend bonus
- Free uniform
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in need, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your CV and references.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time, Full-time
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £10.75-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company car
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- UK visa sponsorship
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Care Assistant
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
