Community Care Assistant - Fakenham
Earn GBP9.51 to GBP10.01 per hour plus paid travel time and mileage paid at 25p per mile
At Manorcourt Homecare (part of the Healthcare Homes Group) we are passionate about providing truly person-centred care and support. We pride ourselves on the quality of our service and are looking for individuals who share our passion for providing excellent care and who share our values; respect, compassion and commitment. We pay competitive rates of pay and have a variety of shifts patterns available to suit full-time or part-time requirements.
In order to join our team, you will need to:
- Have a naturally caring disposition
- Treat all service users with dignity, respect and compassion
- Be a good listener, display empathy and have a ready smile
- Possess good communication skills
- Be dedicated, reliable and adaptable
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Undergo an enhanced DBS check
A Community Care Assistant with Manorcourt Homecare is a truly special role that offers reward, opportunity and variety. We offer a rewarding benefits programme which reflects the fact our Community Care Assistants are vital members of our team:
- Competitive rates of pay plus paid travel time and mileage
- Flexible shift patterns - including both full and part time roles (please note that due to the nature of the service, the role does involve working alternate weekends)
- Guaranteed hours offered upon completion of 3 month probation period
- 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Care experience is not essential - we provide fully paid induction training to support you gain the skills and knowledge required to provide excellent care
- Further training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications in Health & Social Care
Our teams work across Fakenham and the surrounding areas, helping people who wish to retain their independence and remain at home for as long as possible. A Care Assistant's roles and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Basic meal preparation
- Personal hygiene; showering, bathing, washing
- Helping people get up each morning and go to bed each evening
- Provide toilet assistance
- Light domestic duties
- Attend social calls, book and accompany to appointments
- Shopping either with or on behalf of service users
This is a fantastic time to join Manorcourt Homecare, as we continue to grow and develop our services. If you have the unique qualities required for this exciting role and want to work with an organisation that provides the type of care you'd expect for your loved ones, we would welcome your application...... click apply for full job details