Care Assistant West 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:
Wakefield, Leeds
Company:
Helping Hands Homecare
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
Helping Hands_56536

Helping Hands Homecare

About the Role:

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Care Assistants to support adults in their homes, enabling them to maintain their independence in familiar surroundings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide companionship and emotional support.
  • Assist with personal care (showering, bathing, toileting).
  • Support mobility and movement around the home.
  • Oversee medication and provide medical support (as appropriate).
  • Assist with household tasks (cleaning, cooking, tidying).
  • Run errands (food shopping, prescriptions).

Skills and Expertise:

  • Kindness and empathy.
  • Ability to adapt to diverse needs and situations.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Experience in providing care (preferred, but not required).
  • Full 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 based on cost of living.

Why Join Us:

Join a supportive team dedicated to enriching the lives of others. We offer a rewarding career path, development opportunities, and a culture that values compassion and teamwork.