Community Care Assistant, Pontefract

There are only four kinds of people in the world. Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver - work as a Health Care Assistant and love your job!

Our benefits include:

• Rate £12.00 per hour (4 weekly Pay)
• 35p per mile
• Enhanced DBS check, paid for
• Paid holidays
• Company pension
• Company mobile phone provided
• No previous experience needed, full training provided
• Paid induction and update training
• Support and funding for recognised qualifications
• Plenty of opportunity for promotion and career progression
• Enhanced PPE provided

Valley Care, West Yorkshire, are looking for local Community Care Workers to join our care teams in the areas of:

Wakefield East - (Pontefract) 

• Wakefield centre
• Hemsworth
• Knottingley 
• Castleford
• Pontefract
• Ferry Bridge
• Airdale
• and surrounding areas

We are looking for Health Care Assistants to join our family like team. We have a mixture of both part time and full time roles. You’ll provide life-changing care and support that enables vulnerable adults of all ages to live fulfilling lives in their own homes.

Our usual working shifts are:

• Mornings 7am-3pm
• Evenings 4pm-10pm
• must be able to work alternative weekends
• must be able to work at least x2 evening shifts per week

Job Description:

• Our home care assistants are responsible for assisting service users with personal care such as washing, bathing and toilet arrangements.
• Helping service users overcome any mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including helping in the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
• Domestic tasks such as making and changing beds, tidying rooms, light cleaning, laundry and emptying commodes
• Help with eating and drinking by preparing meals, snacks and drinks
• Support with administrating medication.
• Contribute as needed to a person’s end-of-life care

Requirements:

• Have a right to work within the UK
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role
• No previous experience is necessary but you will need to demonstrate real compassion, be an excellent communicator and problem solver, and be committed to delivering high-quality, respectful care

If you’re looking for a rewarding career with full training and excellent prospects and an employer who’ll put you first, apply now.