Support Worker /Care Assistants required for an adult in Levens, Cumbria
Description
Support Worker /Care Assistants required for an adult in Levens, Cumbria
Position Summary:
1) Full time position - 36hrs per week - Days and Nights
2) £7.78 - 9.03 per hr
3) Providing personal and complex care for a client in a HOME environment
4) Flexible position with rolling rota.
5) Award winning training provided to successful candidates
6) Position based in Levens, Cumbria
Interested in this role? Assistance Ref. AA/LEVEN
About Active Assistance
We support people with complex and continuing health care needs. Our philosophy is based on the principle that each individual should be enabled to live a fulfilling life to their own potential. We aim to do this by developing confidence with care packages that are responsive, flexible and client focused.
The role:
Due to expansion we are looking for Support/Care Workers, located in Levens, Cumbria. We need another team member - but not just any Care Worker: A Care Worker that loves to provide care for a client living independently in a home environment.
You will be required to support our client with their personal and complex care routines within a family home environment, including managing our client’s tracheostomy.
Hours:
1 Full-time position (36hrs per week)
Days and waking nights / 12hr shift pattern - 8am -8pm OR 8pm - 8am
Rates of pay
£7.58 per hour for day shifts AND £8.83 per hour for night shifts
Additional hours available: To cover for sickness, maternity and annual leave if requested.
The Ideal Candidate
Are you a Care Worker looking for a GREAT career and LOVE supporting a client with complex care needs?
Previous experience in a care environment would be beneficial, but not essential as full, specialist training will be provided to successful candidates along with ongoing support. We also offer the opportunity to study for qualifications in health & social care. The ideal candidate will be confident, professional and be able to provide our client with support and encouragement.
Benefits of working for Active Assistance
1) Free five day award winning training course with accommodation provided
2) Opportunities to gain a nationally recognised qualification in Health and Social Care
3) Ongoing support from Head Office and Regional Teams
4) Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
5) Refer a friend scheme for employees (£400!)
Join Active Assistance now!
To join our progressive & dynamic team please fill in our online application form, which can be found on our website
Active Assistance is an award winning care provider supporting individuals with complex and continuing health care needs. Our philosophy is based on the principle that each client is unique and our services provide tailored support covering complex clinical conditions.
Active Assistance is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and children. All applicants must be willing to undergo the appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS
Active Assistance Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer, however due to the nature of the position, in this instance there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement to recruit female Support Workers.