Part Time jobs in Bedford

****MUST DRIVE AND HAVE OWN CAR****

Mega Nursing and Care is seeking Care Assistants in Bedfordshire to align with the personal preferences of our service users. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals within our community. We are unwavering in our commitment to diversity, fostering an inclusive environment that values and celebrates the unique perspectives of every individual.

Mega Nursing & Care believe in upholding the values of the 6Cs - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment - as the foundation of our commitment to delivering high-quality health and social care.

Our organisation is committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Package

• Salary: £13.57 - £15.64 per hour
• Travel Time Scheme
• £500 Welcome Bonus
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Pay Advances - (Up to £1000 which is paid back with no interest)
• Mileage contribution
• Car Maintenance Scheme - (Get up to £100 each year for any car repairs, MOT and Servicing)
• Comprehensive training provided - (You will be paid for shadowing)
• Free Uniform
• Up to £250 referral bonus
• Free PPE (Face masks, aprons, gloves, hand sanitiser etc)
• 20% Off Domiciliary Home Care for Family & Relatives
• Progression and Development Pathways - We will pay for your Health & Social Care qualification up to level 7
• Care Support & Well-Being Service

Requirement

• Good communication skills in English
• Basic IT proficiency for documentation and reporting
• Ability to follow care plans and provide personalised support
• Valid driving licence for home care visits
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to community care
• Takes action and raises concerns.
• Forms appropriate relationships with those they care for and maintains professional boundaries in their work.
• Works within organisational policies, procedures and guidance.
• Is committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours in their work.

What our Employees say:

• "Working in care has changed my life"
• "We care as a company and as individuals, we give the best care possible"
• "I enjoy working in care because I can make a difference to somebody's day"

What you will be doing:

• Medication - Assisting clients with medication is an essential part of your role. Don't worry! We will ensure you are fully train to administer medication
• Personal Care - Assisting clients with washing, bathing or cleaning themselves, getting dressed or going to the toilet
• Meal Preparation - Preparing healthy, nutritious and tasty meals. You could be asked to make a simple bite or a full meal.
• Mobility assistance - Some clients may have will require our help to get out of bed and move around the house.
• Running Errands - At times you may be asked to pick up groceries or collect medication from a pharmacy on behalf of our client.
• Light domestic cleaning - You may be asked to do some household chores such as doing the laundry or vacuuming.
• Accessing community - Some of our clients may need your help to get around. You may be asked to take them to a GP practice, to a park close by or to visit a relative.
• Companionship - A key part of the Care Assistant role is to provide companionship and emotional support. It is vital to create and maintain exceptional relationships with our clients.

****MUST DRIVE AND HAVE OWN CAR****

Working Times:

• Mornings: 7am - 3pm
• Evenings: 3pm - 10pm
• Weekends: 7am - 10pm

Work Available in:

• Central Bedfordshire area
• Bedford Borough area

If you are a dedicated healthcare professional who values the principles of the 6Cs and is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

You can also send your cv directly to moheb@megaresources.co.uk. Please ensure that you are able to drive and have a car to use as this is community care.

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children or both). #INDBF

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.57-£15.64 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have a car to use for work? (Must be able to use car to travel around community)
• Do you require a sponsorship licence?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road