Overview

Carefound Home Care, rated ''Outstanding'' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), is hiring a Professional Care Assistant in Wetherby and surrounding areas. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. You will need a

full UK driving licence

and your

own car , and a genuine desire to make a difference to our clients’ lives. This role can offer a flexible schedule with guaranteed pay and meaningful, life-changing work. You’ll receive a strong employment package including paid travel time, career progression and support.Our Care Assistant role offers the following benefits:

We have work in Wetherby, Harrogate, Ripon and surrounding areas

Flexible or guaranteed hours contract whichever suits your lifestyle

High pay rate of £13.00 to £14.50 per hour

Double time on bank holidays and other designated holiday days

Paid travel time at your standard hourly rate

Paid mileage at the full allowance of 45p per mile

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

Employment with paid holidays and our pension scheme

Full in-house induction training with over £360 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

ResponsibilitiesBuilding a relationship and routine with clients to support well-being at home

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 the company app

QualificationsFull UK driving licence

Your own car

Warm, patient and compassionate with a positive can-do attitude

Keen to make a genuine difference to clients’ lives

Willing to work in Wetherby, Harrogate, Ripon and surrounding areas

Salary and Employment DetailsSalary: £13.00 to £14.50 per hour plus paid travel time and paid mileage at 45p per mile

Double time on bank holidays

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Entry level

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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