Care Support Specialist

4 days ago


Shirley, Greater London, United Kingdom Unique Senior Care Full time

Overview

We are a leading provider of high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support, enabling our clients to live independently.

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team in Solihull. As a Care Assistant, you will provide care and support to individuals who require assistance with daily living tasks. Your role will be to ensure that each client receives personalised care that promotes their dignity and enhances their quality of life.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with personal care tasks, bathing, toileting and dressing
  • Administer medications in accordance with prescribed instructions
  • Provide emotional and social support, engaging in activities that promote physical and mental wellbeing
  • Help with meal preparation, service and feeding and monitoring dietary needs
  • Keep accurate records of care provided including daily activities and observations
  • Provide mobility assistance such as transferring clients from bed to chairs or wheelchairs
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment including assisting with housekeeping tasks and ensuring proper infection control procedures are followed

Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a care setting is desirable but not essential
  • A compassionate and caring nature with the ability to empathise with others
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, families and colleagues
  • A patient and calm demeanour with the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when required
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Driving Licence and access to a car
  • Right to work in the UK

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is up to £14.50 per hour. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Holiday Pay Depending on hours worked plus an extra 1 week after 10 years
  • Contracted hours available, from 10 - 25 hours dependant on availability
  • Loyalty Bonus Increase of 25p per hour after 1 year, 50p an hour after 3 years and 75p after 5 years
  • Mileage Paid at 30p per mile with the ability to claim mileage back on HMRC app
  • Pension Scheme 3%
  • Refer a friend £500
  • Blue light card - fully funded
  • Birthday recognition (and if no sickness in the year, you can have your birthday off)
  • EAP and wellbeing sessions
  • Recognition Award Monthly
  • Life in Progress Counselling (faster referral)
  • Career Progression
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave, up to 1 week per year

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