Health Care Assistant

20 hours ago

Plymouth PL PP, United Kingdom Your Choice Care & Support Full time

Are you a kind and compassionate carer. That strives to provide a high standard of care to the people that you support.

Can you support and promote independence, dignity and choice, to ensure that we are delivering person centred care.

Are you able to work with the your colleagues and the people that you support to achieve the best outcomes for them.

If so then we are looking for carers with a full driving licence to join our growing team to deliver care across Plymouth and surrounding areas.

This role is to support people within their own homes, delivering and supporting a variety of care needs on an individual basis.

If you are new to the sector and are looking to have a career as a carer and have a full driving licence, then we can support you to take those steps and give you a rewarding career.

Duties

  • Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive environment
  • Maintain accurate records of care provided using IT systems and ensure documentation is up-to-date
  • Assist with medication administration following prescribed guidelines
  • Support clients with meal preparation and feeding as required
  • Drive to client homes, ensuring timely arrival and departure
  • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless care delivery
  • Uphold health and safety standards in all aspects of work

Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence and ability to drive between client residences
  • Previous experience working in a care environment is desirable but not essential; training will be provided
  • Good command of English, both spoken and written, for effective communication
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and team members
  • Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to support others' wellbeing
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced environment

Staff Benefits

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Time and a half for bank holidays
  • Welcome bonus of £200.00 after a successful 3-month probation period
  • Performance bonus
  • Generous refer a friend bonus scheme
  • Guaranteed hours to suit you
  • Employee Assistance Programme- Free 24-hour confidential helpline
  • Free training and uniform
  • Free DBS check
  • Free Blue light Card
  • Competitive paid mileage
  • Staff bonus rewards
  • On-call support system - 24hours a day
  • Continued learning and development including care certificate
  • Opportunities to progress and complete a level 2 and above diploma in health and social care

For further information please call

Or why not pop into our office for a cuppa and chat.

Unit 28, Airport Business Centre, Thornbury Road, Plymouth, PL6 7PP.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.80-£19.20 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

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