At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients in developing skills for independent living and engage them in meaningful activities.
- Company: Search Consultancy, a well-established agency with over 25 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn up to £16 per hour, enjoy flexible shifts, holiday pay, and free training.
- Other info: Opportunities for permanent positions and a welcoming, inclusive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying flexibility and competitive pay.
- Qualifications: 6 months' experience in care, excellent communication skills, and a calm approach under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
Search Consultancy is recruiting experienced Care Assistants to join our agency team in the Kilmarnock area. Enjoy flexible working, competitive rates of pay, holiday pay, ongoing training, and the opportunity to gain valuable experience with the potential for permanent positions.
Duties include:
- Supporting clients to develop the skills and confidence needed to progress towards independent living.
- Completing strengths and needs assessments alongside clients to identify their goals, aspirations, and the support required to achieve them.
- Encouraging and motivating clients to engage in meaningful daytime activities, including skills development, training, volunteering, employment, and healthy lifestyle activities.
- Providing person-centred support while promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
- Building positive relationships with clients and working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies.
To apply, you should have:
- At least 6 months' paid experience in a support worker or care role.
- Excellent communication skills with tact, empathy, and sensitivity.
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and confidently manage challenging behaviour.
- A flexible approach to working shifts.
What we offer:
- Competitive pay of up to £16 per hour.
- Flexible shifts - choose when you work.
- Holiday pay.
- Free SVQ training.
- Flexible rota with opportunities for weekends off.
- The chance to work with a well-established company with over 25 years of experience.
- Potential opportunities for permanent employment.
If you're an experienced Care Assistant looking for flexible agency work in Kilmarnock, we'd love to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Read more employer: Search Consultancy Ltd
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