Job summary Would you like a rewarding job in care, making a difference to someone’s life? Are you a caring and compassionate person? We need you to Join our quality care company You will be paid £15.92 per hour after training completed (provided during recruitment) Part Time, Days based in Garstang, Preston 22.5 hours per week to be delivered over 3 days Shift times are 8.30am until 4pm Main duties of the job We are recruiting for a Care Support Assistant to support a young boy at school and within his home environment. Duties will include but are not limited to: - Personal care to be given as and when required throughout the school day - Safety Checks to be completed - Perform daily organisational/cleaning tasks for topping up equipment within the adapted room located within school - Ensuring personal needs are met such as fluid intake and food intake - Be involved within the school environment and school day - Working alongside a teaching assistant within school, being fully responsible for maintaining health needs Support will be provided at School during term time and at home during school holidays. Skills and experience required: Excellent organisational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy in work Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively Professionalism when handling confidential information Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently Must be a driver due to remote location 1 year experience in care preferred but not essential About us Would you like a rewarding job in care, making a difference to someone’s life? Are you a caring and compassionate person? We need you to Join our quality care company You will be paid £15.92 per hour after training completed (provided during recruitment) Part Time, Days based in Garstang, Preston 22.5 hours per week to be delivered over 3 days Shift times are 8.30am until 4pm Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £16 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number PY1244865GarCSA Job locations Garstang Preston PR3 1JX Job description Job responsibilities Are you caring, compassionate and would like to make a difference to someone’s life? Then come and join us for a rewarding career in care. We are looking for a Care Support Assistant to come and join our team to support a client based in Garstang, Preston. Full training will be given to set you on your path to being a Care Support Assistant, where you will be paid a competitive rate of pay after completion of training. We offer you time to do the training before you start whilst we carry out our recruitment processes. This job involves day time shifts and attracts a competitive rate of pay (after completion of training). We offer excellent benefits such as: Good Rate of Pay Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunity to gain qualification in Health and Social Care Career progression Blue Light membership for exclusive discounts with 15,000 brand partners Refer a friend scheme Online employee portal - where information and self-service is available Employee feedback surveys and recognition Your responsibilities as our Care Support Assistant will include: Assisting and supporting vulnerable clients to enable them to live the life they choose (where possible) to promote their independence. Your role will include, companionship, supporting with housework, running errands and supporting with preparing and cooking meals. Administering medication may be required. Skills and Experience required of our Care Support Assistant: You are required to have good communication skills and have a desire to care for others. Possessing a UK full driving license and having some previous experience would be advantageous. Your Life Your Way are committed to conducting a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the people we support. Please be aware that all our vacancies are subject to pre-employment checks e.g. DBS and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is required for this role. If you would like to apply to become our Care Support Assistant, please fill in our short application form and upload a copy of your CV. Job description Job responsibilities Are you caring, compassionate and would like to make a difference to someone’s life? Then come and join us for a rewarding career in care. We are looking for a Care Support Assistant to come and join our team to support a client based in Garstang, Preston. Full training will be given to set you on your path to being a Care Support Assistant, where you will be paid a competitive rate of pay after completion of training. We offer you time to do the training before you start whilst we carry out our recruitment processes. This job involves day time shifts and attracts a competitive rate of pay (after completion of training). We offer excellent benefits such as: Good Rate of Pay Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunity to gain qualification in Health and Social Care Career progression Blue Light membership for exclusive discounts with 15,000 brand partners Refer a friend scheme Online employee portal - where information and self-service is available Employee feedback surveys and recognition Your responsibilities as our Care Support Assistant will include: Assisting and supporting vulnerable clients to enable them to live the life they choose (where possible) to promote their independence. Your role will include, companionship, supporting with housework, running errands and supporting with preparing and cooking meals. Administering medication may be required. Skills and Experience required of our Care Support Assistant: You are required to have good communication skills and have a desire to care for others. Possessing a UK full driving license and having some previous experience would be advantageous. Your Life Your Way are committed to conducting a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the people we support. Please be aware that all our vacancies are subject to pre-employment checks e.g. DBS and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is required for this role. If you would like to apply to become our Care Support Assistant, please fill in our short application form and upload a copy of your CV. Person Specification Health and Social Care Essential Driver Essential Desirable Driver Essential Person Specification Health and Social Care Essential Driver Essential Desirable Driver Essential Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name YOURLIFEYOURWAY Address Garstang Preston PR3 1JX Employer's website https://ylyw.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)