At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes, promoting independence.
- Company: Join Local Solutions, a pioneering social enterprise making a difference in communities.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45-£13.85 per hour, plus mileage allowance and great discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, career development opportunities, and a welcoming team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; training provided and a passion for helping others is essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Location: Knowsley and surrounding areas
Salary: £13.45 per hour weekdays and £13.85 per hour weekends
Shift patterns: Breakfasts and Lunches / Teas and Beds
Mileage: 45p per mile allowance included
About Us
Local Solutions is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to empowering individuals and communities across Merseyside and North Wales. For over 50 years, we have been delivering high-quality care and support services, making a tangible difference in people's lives. Guided by our core values Compassionate, Pioneering, Reliable, and Knowledgeable we are committed to providing innovative and sustainable social care solutions.
Become a Care Assistant with Local Solutions and provide practical support and personal care to individuals within their own homes within the Knowsley area. This is an exciting opportunity to play a role with a leading Health and Social Care Charity. No experience is required and training will be provided.
Care Assistant Benefits
- Paid induction training (T&C apply)
- Provide staff with an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), role depending.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Card
- Access to Medicash.
- Opportunity to utilise E-Learning and gain further knowledge and skills.
- Personal development promoted and funded apprenticeships available.
- Up to 50% discount for our Watersports Centre.
- 20% discount off a Corporate Membership at Lifestyles Leisure Centres.
- Eye Care Voucher through Vision Express.
- Welcome Bonus Drivers £200 after 100 hours of care delivered
Main Responsibilities
- Purpose of the Post is to provide personal/domestic care to the service user enabling them to retain their independence in their own home.
- To promote good care practice, including a commitment to the service user, maintaining their dignity and independence and respect for their cultural, spiritual and religious needs.
- To meet the physical, social and emotional need of service users as agreed in the care plan, to promote independence and enhance their living skills.
- Provide direct personal/domestic care in accordance with the service users assessed needs.
- To liaise and collaborate with other departmental staff, agencies and community nurses who are involved in providing care for the service user.
- To work with service users to improve and maintain daily living skills, using appropriate equipment whenever required.
- To contribute to the maintenance of appropriate records providing written reports on care plans and report regularly to the Line Manager any significant changes in the service user or their circumstances.
- To be part of a team of staff working within the community, working flexibly with other staff members.
- To carry out all duties in accordance with Local Solutions policies and procedures, including the promotion of anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
- To undertake any other duties that are appropriate to the job.
Care Assistant - Drivers Needed in Knowsley employer: Local Solutions
Local Solutions is an excellent employer for those seeking a fulfilling role as a Home Care Assistant in Liverpool. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer comprehensive training and competitive pay, alongside a supportive work culture that values compassion and community impact. Join us to enjoy benefits like paid training, discounts, and a welcome bonus, all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
