Care Assistant

Company Description

Location: Cambridge                                                 

Pay Rate: £12.21 - £13.25 per hour                                                                                         

Shifts: Days & Nights - 8 am - 8 pm | 8 pm - 8 am                

What we offer

Total Community Care is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds. 

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave                        
• Pension scheme
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme                                                     
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

What you'll do

We have an exciting opportunity for a carer to assist and support a young man with a spinal cord injury at his home in Cambridge. You would be required to support this client at home, out and about, and socialising/ attending appointments. Daily tasks will include providing personal care, meal preparation, cleaning/laundry. The client also has a pet cat. 

This is a busy and rewarding role, which requires someone adaptable, self-motivated, and reliable.   

Qualifications

What you’ll need                                           

You don’t need complex care experience to apply for this role as this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and become part of a team that makes a real difference. You’ll receive full training and ongoing clinical support to develop in key areas such as tracheostomy care, ventilation, seizure management, and stoma care - and much more.    

You must hold a clean automatic or manual driving licence as the client has a vehicle that you will be expected to drive.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech, and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Keywords: Carer, Care Assistant, Care Professional, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistants, Support Workers