Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 to £14.5 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2024 |
| Location: | CA13 OST |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Alcedo Care |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CSWCOCKERMOUTHAPR-463582 |
Summary
Care Assistant Role: Alcedo Care
Pay Rates starting from £14.00 per hour PLUS Pension Plus Holiday Pay
Please note this role is currently open to drivers only.
Alcedo Care has been rated top 20 homecare provider in the UK for 3 years in a row by our clients, a testament to the work of our amazing care teams. We’re a family-owned company and operate with family values at the heart of everything we do.
Our complex care packages give you the opportunity to work with children and adults both in their own homes and out in community. Supporting them with their daily needs and engaging in both physical and educational enrichment activities tailored to each client.
Your shift will be spent working alongside you colleagues typically on a 2-1 or 3-1 carer to client ratio meaning you will always have support on hand. Shift patterns and your availability can be discussed in your initial conversation. This role will involve weekend working on a weekend on weekend off basis.
At Alcedo Care we work with clients with varying levels of care needs some of which may include:
Catheter and stoma care
Tracheostomy care
Peg feeding
Challenging behaviour
Severe autism or learning difficulties.
Cerebral palsy
Multiple sclerosis
Advanced dementia
Palliative care
Mental health support
Previous experience in care is desirable but not always necessary we provide a full 3-day training programme to all successful candidates.
Responsibilities of the role:
- To provide quality care and support to all clients in their own homes.
- Follow care plans and procedures correctly.
- Maintain client confidentiality, privacy and dignity at all times.
- Work competently alone and within a team
- Hold a full valid UK driving licence and have access to your own car.
- Assist clients with daily needs including personal care and toileting.
- Support with medications and meal preparation.
- Use hoists and stand aids effectively following correct policies and procedures.
- Support clients with attending appointments and social outings.
- Have strong communication skills and be able to build relationships with clients.
- Be comfortable working with challenging behaviour and young children.
- Be available to work alternate weekends and evenings when required.
Working with Alcedo Care’s Complex Care team gives you:
Weekly pay, every Friday.
Pension + Holiday Pay + Mileage £0.30p per mile.
Full PPE provided.
Referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us, that we employ.
Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
Blue Light Card, offering thousands of discounts on things from groceries to holidays!
Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications.
Carer of the month rewards.
If this sounds like the career for you apply today and one of our friendly Recruiters will be in touch once we have reviewed your application.
All successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check. Charges of this will be discussed in your initial conversation and are paid solely by the candidate. Any previous convictions or charges must be disclosed in your initial telephone conversation.
Due to the nature of our roles, you must also be 18+ to apply.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme