Job Detail

Care Assistant / Support Worker

Job Title: Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA002350
Company Name: Myrtle Care Providers Limited
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Weekends
Location: Broxbourne, Cheshunt, Hoddesdon, Waltham Cross
Type of Care Provider: Support at Home
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults , End Of Life , Mental Health , Physical Disability , Sensory Impairment
Pay/Salary: £12 - £13 Per Hour
Hours of Work: Flexible - shifts start from 7am last call 9pm - 36-40 hours a week
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: 0 Hours Contract

About the Company

 

We are a small home care provider supporting adults of all ages with varying needs, from Dementia to physical disabilities, within their own homes. We are looking for caring, dedicated, conscientious and compassionate Care Assistants to join our friendly team to provide person-centered care and ensure people are always treated with dignity and respect. Providing care and support is both a challenging and rewarding experience. You will mostly work alone with the person in their home covering Waltham Cross, Cheshunt, Broxbourne, Hoddesdon and Goff Oak and Cuffley.

 

Why should I apply for this Care Assistant job?

 

Care Professional Academy Rewards include: 

 

  • Rewards Gateway: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more 
  • Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced MOTs and servicing, and car leasing 
  • XO Student Discount 
  • Access to TOTUM Student Card - usually exclusive to university students! 

 

Plus thousands more rewards... 

 

  • Free Uniform
  • Mileage paid
  • Opportunity to work for a growing company
  • Ongoing training & career development opportunities with continuous support 
  • Both Full & Part-Time opportunities are available
  • Refer a friend bonus 
  • DBS money, if applied through us, is repaid after 6 months of service with us.

What does this Care Assistant job involve?

 

  • Personal Care – Support people with their care needs in line with their individual care plan. This may include assisting with personal and intimate care as required by the individual.
  • Companionship – Build professional relationships with people, assisting with their emotional, social and spiritual needs whilst encouraging independence and choice. Assist people with going about their daily life, from support with medication, or preparing meals, to helping them to keep well.
  • Community – Accompany the person accessing the community and attending their chosen activities in line with their personal care and support plan. 

 

Am I the right person for this Care Assistant job?

 

  • At least a year of experience (residential or Home Care)
  • Must be warm, friendly and dedicated to providing high-quality of care
  • Must have a genuine caring and compassionate nature, committed to treating all people you are assisting with dignity and respect
  • Must be self-motivated, well organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Must be reliable and good at timekeeping
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Must be able to maintain daily records with accuracy and detail
  • Flexible and approachable with a positive attitude, even under pressure
  • Does not need experience as full training is provided
  • Must be committed to own professional and personal development
  • Must have a full, clean driving licence and own car as you will be traveling between peoples own homes
  • DBS required