Community Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15 to £15 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2024 |
| Location: | Begbroke, Kidlington |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Oxford Aunts Care |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Community Care Assistant
£15 per hour, guaranteed hours
Full time, part time, evenings and weekend availability
Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact in a warm and supportive environment? We are not just a team; we're a close-knit community dedicated to providing exceptional care and building lasting connections.
When you join us, you’ll discover how our community of colleagues are always there for each other, supporting our clients in and around Oxford.
Why join us?
We will recognise and appreciate the dedicated efforts of our care assistants by offering rewards for your hard work. Not only will you receive excellent pay rates above the living wage of £15 per hour, you will also receive:
- A guaranteed hours contract - depending on your availability, we’ll offer you between 5 to 30 hours guaranteed per week, with early morning, evening and / or weekend work available
- Minimum call time of 1 hour, so you have the time to care for your client
- A welcoming community - join a team that operates like a family, where every member is appreciated and supported
- You will be paid for your time travelling and your mileage between calls - 45p a mile
- Supportive environment - enjoy a workplace that encourages personal and professional growth, with mentorship and training opportunities
- Receive pay weekly
- Double pay on bank holidays
- FREE Blue Light Card
- Access to free ongoing training including diploma in health and social care
- Employee assistance programme - supporting you in times of need
- FREE Enhanced DBS at induction
- Open door policy - come to the office to see us and enjoy a free refreshment
What do our carers say about working with us?
“I enjoy the variety that every day brings, the different needs and the rewarding feeling I get at the end of a shift knowing I've helped them to be more comfortable and independent in their own homes. I chose Oxford Aunts as they were recommended to me and they have been a great company to work for“
About you:
If you’re a caring individual with at least three months' professional care experience then we’d love to speak with you!
As an hourly carer, you’ll be providing care, support and companionship to our clients in Oxfordshire who wish to live an independent life in their own homes. Your daily duties will include providing personal care, assisting with household duties, supporting safe mobility in and outside of the home, companionship and running general errands, such as completing the weekly shop or collecting prescriptions.
As you will most likely be supporting clients to keep in touch with their community, local knowledge of the area is a plus. We also require you to have:
- Three months of previous paid experience as a care assistant, domiciliary carer, support worker or personal healthcare assistant
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A driving licence and your own transport is essential
- Good IT skills, as all of our systems are online you’ll spend less time writing admin and more time with your client
- The right to work in the UK - please note we do not provide sponsorship or accept skilled worker visas
Oxford Aunts is part of a family of home care brands in the UK, including The Good Care Group, Cherished Home Care, Prestige Nursing & Care and Comfort Keepers (Ireland).
£15 per hour, guaranteed hours
Full time, part time, evenings and weekend availability
Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact in a warm and supportive environment? We are not just a team; we're a close-knit community dedicated to providing exceptional care and building lasting connections.
When you join us, you’ll discover how our community of colleagues are always there for each other, supporting our clients in and around Oxford.
Why join us?
We will recognise and appreciate the dedicated efforts of our care assistants by offering rewards for your hard work. Not only will you receive excellent pay rates above the living wage of £15 per hour, you will also receive:
- A guaranteed hours contract - depending on your availability, we’ll offer you between 5 to 30 hours guaranteed per week, with early morning, evening and / or weekend work available
- Minimum call time of 1 hour, so you have the time to care for your client
- A welcoming community - join a team that operates like a family, where every member is appreciated and supported
- You will be paid for your time travelling and your mileage between calls - 45p a mile
- Supportive environment - enjoy a workplace that encourages personal and professional growth, with mentorship and training opportunities
- Receive pay weekly
- Double pay on bank holidays
- FREE Blue Light Card
- Access to free ongoing training including diploma in health and social care
- Employee assistance programme - supporting you in times of need
- FREE Enhanced DBS at induction
- Open door policy - come to the office to see us and enjoy a free refreshment
What do our carers say about working with us?
“I enjoy the variety that every day brings, the different needs and the rewarding feeling I get at the end of a shift knowing I've helped them to be more comfortable and independent in their own homes. I chose Oxford Aunts as they were recommended to me and they have been a great company to work for“
About you:
If you’re a caring individual with at least three months' professional care experience then we’d love to speak with you!
As an hourly carer, you’ll be providing care, support and companionship to our clients in Oxfordshire who wish to live an independent life in their own homes. Your daily duties will include providing personal care, assisting with household duties, supporting safe mobility in and outside of the home, companionship and running general errands, such as completing the weekly shop or collecting prescriptions.
As you will most likely be supporting clients to keep in touch with their community, local knowledge of the area is a plus. We also require you to have:
- Three months of previous paid experience as a care assistant, domiciliary carer, support worker or personal healthcare assistant
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A driving licence and your own transport is essential
- Good IT skills, as all of our systems are online you’ll spend less time writing admin and more time with your client
- The right to work in the UK - please note we do not provide sponsorship or accept skilled worker visas
Oxford Aunts is part of a family of home care brands in the UK, including The Good Care Group, Cherished Home Care, Prestige Nursing & Care and Comfort Keepers (Ireland).