Weekend Care Assistant

7 months ago


Newton Abbot, United Kingdom Unicare Devon - Community Care Assistant Full time

**Do you want to make a positive impact on people's lives? Are you a compassionate and reliable individual who thrives in a supportive team environment? If so, this Community Care Assistant role at Unicare Devon could be perfect for you**

Unicare Devon is seeking motivated, enthusiastic and reliable Community Care Assistants to join a vibrant and well respected Care Agency in Newton Abbot, with a great reputation for delivering quality care to our clients. If you would like to enjoy the benefits of great pay and work with a supportive management team to build a career in care with the opportunity to progress, please contact us today. All we require from you is a **full UK driving license** with access to your **own vehicle. **You do not need to have experience, just the desire to learn and the aspiration to care for others, we can teach you the rest.

**What we will offer you as a Community Care Assistant**:

- SHIFT PAY of £12.00 per hour Saturday and Sunday.
- 28 days annual leave pro rota
- Staff pension scheme
- Bespoke training throughout your employment with us
- Continued career progression
- 30p Per Mile mileage allowance
- Access to NHS discount scheme
- Unicare Devon Provide 4 weekly pay = 13 PAY DAYS A YEAR
- Weekly payroll when working OVERTIME SHIFTS
- Access to the 24/7 Bupa wellbeing & family support scheme
- DBS provided
- Bespoke training included

**About the Role**:
As a Community Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our clients to live comfortably and independently in their own homes. You'll provide person-centered care that respects their individual needs, choices, and dignity.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Provide compassionate care**: Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
- **Promote independence**: Encourage clients to make their own decisions and maintain their independence as much as possible.
- **Observe and report**: Be attentive to clients' needs and well-being, reporting any concerns or changes to the office promptly.
- **Teamwork**: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure clients receive coordinated care.
- **Maintain a safe environment**: Identify and report potential hazards within the client's home.
- **Adherence to standards**: Follow Unicare Devon's policies and procedures, ensuring the highest quality of care.
- **Professional development**: Attend training sessions and complete online courses to stay up-to-date on best practices.

**Key Skills**:

- Compassionate and caring nature
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong observation and reporting skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor
- Commitment to client confidentiality
- Be able to drive and have access to a vehicle

**Skills and Experience Required**:

- Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care is preferred, not essential
- 2 Years experience is desired but not essential

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: £12.00-£24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 26 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road



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