Care Assistant South Yorkshire

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

Posting date:
05 January 2025
Salary:
Not specified
Additional salary information:
£14.05 - £14.40/hr
Hours:
Full time
Closing date:
04 February 2025
Location:
Goldthorpe, Barnsley, S63 9NE
Company:
Helping Hands Homecare
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
Helping Hands_56583

Helping Hands Homecare

About the Role:

Helping Hands is seeking passionate and dedicated Care Assistants to support adults in Doncaster. This role focuses on empowering individuals to maintain their independence in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Skills and Expertise:

  • Kind-hearted and compassionate disposition.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to adapt to diverse needs and situations.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Job Facilities/Benefits:

  • Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls.
  • Early Pay App for up to 50% of your pay in advance.
  • Referral bonus up to 100.
  • Direct employment with holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
  • Apprenticeship opportunities.
  • Support for completing nationally recognised qualifications (Care Certificate and NVQs).
  • Free Blue Light Card for discounts.
  • Annual pay reviews.

Why Join Us:

Join a supportive and dedicated team at Helping Hands, committed to providing exceptional care. We offer a variety of shift patterns, flexible working hours, and comprehensive training programs to support your career development.