Care Assistant Greater Manchester

To apply for this job please visit jobs.helpinghandshomecare.co.uk.

Posting date:
05 January 2025
Salary:
Not specified
Additional salary information:
£13.40 - £13.75/hr
Hours:
Full time
Closing date:
04 February 2025
Location:
Middleton, Lancashire, M24 5EE
Company:
Helping Hands Homecare
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
Helping Hands_56580

Helping Hands Homecare

About the Role:

Helping Hands is seeking passionate and caring individuals to join our team of dedicated Care Assistants in Oldham, Greater Manchester. This role offers meaningful support to adults of all ages, enabling them to maintain their independence and live at home.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing companionship and emotional support
  • Assisting with personal care (showering, bathing, toileting)
  • Supporting mobility and movement around the home
  • Managing medication and providing medical support
  • Assisting with household tasks (cleaning, cooking, tidying)
  • Running errands (grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions)

Skills and Expertise:

  • Kindness and compassion
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Understanding of care needs and principles
  • Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle
  • Right to work in the UK

Job Facilities/Benefits:

  • Paid mileage (35p per mile)
  • Early Pay App (up to 50% advance)
  • Referral bonus (up to 100)
  • Holiday entitlement and pension scheme
  • Apprenticeship opportunities
  • Support with nationally recognised qualifications (Care Certificate, NVQs)
  • Free Blue Light Card
  • Annual pay reviews

Why Join Us:

Helping Hands offers a supportive and rewarding work environment, with opportunities to grow your career and make a positive impact on the lives of our clients. Our direct employment model provides excellent benefits and career development opportunities. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth through various training and qualification programmes.