Care Assistant, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Carer

Good Companions Care Agency ,
Carlisle, Cumbria
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £8.60 per hour

Overview

Good Companions are proud to be rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission. Our team continues to grow so we are looking for Carers for domiciliary and live-In positions that are as passionate about providing the best possible care to the customers we support in our local community. Experience or Qualifications are not essential as all training, qualifications and support is given. Due to the nature of the role you are required to hold a valid driving licence. Your own car is not essential as the company offers a Car Scheme (terms and conditions apply). We require our staff to work a fixed availability of Morning and Lunch shift hours 7am till 3pm and/or Tea and Bed shifts hours 3pm till 10.30pm Main responsibilities and duties: • To support the physical, emotional, and social needs of our customers using a person-centred approach. • To create and maintain good professional relationships with our customers, their families and friends; as well as the extended care team. • Safety and compassion at all times. Benefits: • Contractual hours available with hours to suit the individual - Full time, Part time, Weekends and Evening shifts. • Competitive pay rates £9 - £9.10 per hour • Enhanced rates for Bank Holidays. • Optional Weekly or Monthly pay scheme. • 5.6 weeks holiday entitlement. • Mileage allowance of 26p per mile. • Pension scheme with company contributions. • FREE Training for the Care Certificate and extensive ongoing training with Red crier modules throughout your working life. • Paid Training whilst shadowing our competent existing care team. • Opportunity for career progression and management training for all care assistants. • We are a true local provider of domiciliary and live in care, always close at hand with a fully supportive management team. Please note that all roles are subject to: • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. • FREE DBS check (terms and conditions apply). • Suitable references.