Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £13 to £13.5 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2024 |
| Location: | CH1 4JE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Alcedo Care |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | GBCAMAY24-46358 |
Summary
Excellent rates of pay - starting from £13 per hour PLUS holiday pay PLUS pension PLUS mileage which is covered at £0.35p per mile.
Join our team and become a cherished companion! Picture this: assisting a gentleman with his shopping, sharing moments of joy with a lovely lady who finds solace in knitting, and bringing smiles to another lady's face as you become her trusted company. It's not just a job; it's a chance to make a real difference in people's lives. Come be a part of our community-focused team! Your role will involve assisting individuals with daily tasks like showering, toileting, and changing pads. If you have a heart for making a meaningful impact in people's lives and ensuring their comfort and dignity, we want you on our team. Join us in creating a caring and supportive environment for those in need.
Alcedo care Chester are seeking Domiciliary Care Assistants to cover the Chester & surrounding areas, must be a driver with access to a vehicle! No previous experience is needed as full training is provided.
Various shift patterns available 7am - 3pm / 3pm - 11pm / 7am - 11pm (including Alternating weekends)
Alcedo care has been Rated Top 20 Homecare Provider for the past 4 years!
Responsibilities
• Provide personal care assistance to clients, including assisting with bathing/showering, dressing, grooming assisting with toileting and changing pads.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary.
• Administer medication according to prescribed dosage and schedule.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients.
• Monitor and report any changes in client's condition to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all care provided.
Requirements
• No previous experience needed as full training provided.
• Must be 18 or over.
• Must hold a full UK Drivers Licence, with access to own vehicle.
• Dedicated, caring, punctual and driven with a positive attitude.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and Punctuality
• Understanding the role involves travelling to and from different clients houses to deliver the best quality care.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient nature.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
Working with Alcedo Care Chester gives you the following:
• Excellent rates of pay starting from £13 per hour
• Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months service.
• Weekly pay (every Friday) Enhanced rate for Public Holidays.
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• End of year carer awards
• Holiday pay
• Pension Scheme
• Referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us that we employ.
• Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
• Work in your local area.
• On-going career development with progression opportunities and opportunities to complete NVQ in Health & Social Care
• Ongoing support from senior staff
• Fantastic training program including online/practical training. (Access to E-Learning packages at no cost to yourself.)
• Out of Hours Support.
• DBS Payment Scheme available (Children & Adult DBS required)
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme