At Carefound Home Care, we're rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we offer the best career in social care.
We're looking for kind-hearted people to join us as a Professional Care Assistant in York and surrounding areas.
To join us as a Community Care Assistant, you don't need prior experience as we'll train you with all the skills you need.
You just need a full UK driving licence and your own car and to be keen to make a genuine difference to our clients' lives.
If you're looking for a career that can be flexible around your lifestyle, has guaranteed pay and involves changing peoples' lives, then look no further than working as a Professional Care Worker with Carefound Home Care.
You'll get the best employment package including paid travel time, career progression and support.
Our Care Assistant role offers the following benefits:
We have work in Acomb , Askham Bryan , Askham Richard , Bishopthorpe , Clifton , Copmanthorpe , Dunnington , Fulford , Heworth , Haxby , Huntington , Linton-on-Ouse , Naburn , Newton-on-Ouse , Poppleton , Skelton , Stockton on the Forest , Strensall , Wigginton , York City Centre and surrounding areas Flexible or guaranteed hours contract whichever suits your lifestyle Above industry average pay of £13.60 to £15.20 per hour (including paid travel time) Double time on bank holidays and other designated holiday days 45p per mile mileage allowance Pay enhancements to recognise qualifications and long-term commitment Instant access to your pay instead of waiting for payday Earn up to £500 for referring a friend You're employed by us giving you paid holidays and our pension scheme Full in-house induction training with over £330 pay on completion Support to complete further training including diploma qualifications Career progression along our career path 24/7 local support from a care manager and wider team Free employee assistance programme Funded DBS check Minimum 1 hour visits
As a Care Assistant, you'll build a relationship and routine with your clients to support them to live with well-being in their own homes.
You'll need to be warm, patient and compassionate with a positive 'can do' attitude.
Your role may include:
Providing companionship Supporting with personal care Helping with mobility and staying active Assisting with medication or specialist needs Helping around the home with housekeeping and cooking Running errands such as shopping or picking up prescriptions You'll need a smartphone to use our app
If you'd like to find out more about becoming a Care Assistant in York, apply today.
We can't wait to hear from you.
Salary: £13.60 to £15.20 per hour (including paid travel time) plus 45p per mile mileage allowance