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Domiciliary Care Assistant Swindon, Swindon
Location: Swindon, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: FCN - 140_1735641147
Job Views: 29
Posted: 31.12.2024
Expiry Date: 14.02.2025
Job Description:
Working in the community as a care assistant means you will need to be quick thinking, kind-hearted and put the people we support first, promoting their independence with a person-centred approach.
Rate: £13.04 + 35p Mileage
PLEASE NOTE: The rate advertised is for those who hold an NVQ 2 or above in Health and Social Care.
We are a friendly, local, family-run homecare provider which recognises that its employees are its greatest asset.
Responsibilities:
1. Supporting people in the local community to live independently at home.
2. Support customers with their day-to-day routine.
3. Assisting with personal care such as showering, bathing, continence care.
4. Helping with mobility.
5. Administering medication.
6. Preparing meals.
7. Light domestic tasks.
8. Individual requirements outlined in each person-centred support plan.
First City Group are looking for committed staff to embrace our company ethos and values and provide excellent standards of care to our clients.
If you have experience as a Care Assistant/Support Worker we would love to hear from you. However, experience isn’t necessary; we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply.
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role as well as commitment for morning shifts, evenings and some weekend commitment.
First City Group are proud to support the local community, operating in and around Swindon, including but not limited to; West Swindon, North Swindon, Town Centre, Wroughton, Chiseldon and Highworth.
Hours Available:
* Morning shifts – 7am – 2:30pm
* Evening shifts – 2:30pm – 11pm
* Monday - Sundays
* Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends
Benefits:
1. Competitive salary (Guaranteed hours available T&C’s apply)
2. Welcoming colleagues and a supportive office team with an open door approach
3. 28 Days Holiday pro rata
4. Paid comprehensive induction training and shadow shifts (subject to contract type)
5. Free uniform
6. Paid 35p per mile between calls
7. Additional industry recognised training / Opportunity for career progression
8. Motor maintenance discount with a local garage
9. Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
10. Workplace pension with Nest
11. Discounts at major retailers with Blue Light Card
12. Refer a friend scheme
13. Access to company pool car
What our carers feel about being in this role:
“I like engaging with the clients and providing care that is beneficial to their needs and in their own setting.”
“I took a break from care and explored other careers but have come back as that is what I enjoy and find it very fulfilling.”
“I like being an important part of a client's daily routine and also seeing different people’s faces and the flexibility with First City.”
“Working with First City helped me understand how community care worked and what happens when a person is discharged from hospital back to their own homes.”
Please use the below link that will take you to our website where you will find more information.
Kind, personalised care for a happy, fulfilling life. (firstcitynursing.co.uk)
ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING.
PLEASE NOTE: The rate advertised is for those who hold an NVQ 2 or Above in health and social care.
If you apply for this role and you are not suitable, a member of our team may direct you to a different role; this can affect the pay rate and duties, multiple applications are not required.
This role is NOT open to applications from those who reside outside the UK. Should you apply for this role and be found to live outside the UK, your application will be rejected.
Job Requirements:
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role as well as commitment for morning shifts, evenings and some weekend commitment.
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