Care Assistant

Unicare Devon
  • Title Care Assistant
  • Setting Clients Home
  • Role Carer / Support Worker
  • Salary We pay our staff block or shift pay and not contact time...
  • Hours Full Time or Part Time
  • Location Buckfastleigh, Devon

Job Summary

Date posted: 11 March 2025
  • Job Reference: Carers Buckfastleigh

HIGHER PAY RATES & SHIFT PAY/BLOCK PAY. UNICARE DEVON is now working in association with the NHS!

Unicare Devon has been recognised as a “Top Ten Provider” by Homecare.co.uk. in relation to the provision of Adult Social Care and Care in the Community. This award relates to being a “Top Ten Provider in the UK”. We have also recently received a good from our CQC inspection!

What we will offer you as a Care Assistant:

  • SHIFT PAY/BLOCK PAY 
  • 28 days annual leave pro rota
  • Staff pension scheme
  • Bespoke training throughout your employment with us
  • Continued career progression
  • Access to NHS discount scheme

Community Care Assistant role:

  • Previous experience in a supporting or care role desired but not necessary as full training will be given
  • Have genuine empathy and compassion
  • Be able to provide excellent care and support
  • Have Positive interaction skills
  • Be self-motivated & well organised
  • Be Flexible to respond to the changing needs of those who we support and the company requirements.
  • Have good communication skills
  • Be able to work as part of a core staff team
  • Be able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Skills and Experience Required: Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care is preferred
  • or you are willing to complete a level 2 whilst in position. 2 Years experience is preferred but not essential