Care Assistant & Companion

Becoming a Care Assistant & Companion could be perfect for you We have full and part-time jobs available in Edgbaston, Harborne, Quinton, Bearwood, Frankley, Selly Oak, Bournville, Kings Norton, Bordesley Green, Ward End, Washwood Heath, Small Heath, Spark Hill, Moseley, Kings Heath, May Pole, Yardley, Acocks Green and Wthyall areas of the West Midlands. Are you looking for part-time hours and want to make a difference to someone like Audrey? Maybe you have considered Volunteer Jobs? Are you retired/semi-retired? There is no upper age limit for applications and full training is provided. We also welcome applications from both drivers and non-drivers. Audrey is 87 years old, she has lived in on her own since her husband, Albert, died 10 years ago and has always been independent. Last year, Audrey had a fall whilst out shopping and it knocked her confidence somewhat. She stopped going out and even became scared of the stairs in her own house and would often sleep on the sofa rather than go to bed. Audrey is typical of someone you would become a Care Assistant & Companion for, she still wants to get out and about, but confidence stops her, that is where you come in. You would help her with daily routines that have become harder for her but also take her out and keep her independent and doing the things she has always done. This would be things like helping her with her morning, lunchtime, or evening routine, assisting with personal care or going shopping with her on a Friday or taking her to the hairdressers on a Wednesday. Come and join the best You could be joining an award-winning national brand who focus on a companionship lead care service. They have won multiple awards over the years and have built an excellent reputation within communities across the UK. This exceptional service is different to any other care organisation in the area, providing a minimum of 1-hour home visits to a purely private client base, but the focus being on companionship. The Director started the service after being inspired by his Grandfather and his Father-in-Law and that life is about how much respect and dignity, we can provider older adults. They aspire to change the face of ageing for older adults in the local community and you could be part of that Benefits & Hours £9.30 - £18.00 per hour plus 20p mileage allowance. Full and part-time hours, between 5-40 hours per week available - if you have some availability early mornings, lunchtimes, afternoons, evenings or a couple of hours on alternate weekends, then this position could be ideal for you. 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata). Employee Assistance Programme & Pension scheme. Excellent award-winning training and support is provided including support to obtain further qualifications courses so you can further your talents. The biggest benefit of all is making a difference every day, putting a smile on an older person’s face and being part of a wonderful team. Do you have a big heart? If you are excited by this opportunity, we want to hear from you. Becoming a Care Assistant & Companion to an older adult is not only rewarding, but you will be gaining a friend too Audrey is just a typical example of someone you would support.