About this role
Job summary
At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, high quality support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant.
We are currently seeking Care Support Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting individuals within our short stay (respite) provision based in Northwich, Cheshire.
About the Role
As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care. After training is completed, you will receive a competitive rate of pay of £15.00 per hour for day shifts.
The role will be a full time (36 hours) with mixture of day and night shifts (sleeping & waking).
Main duties of the job
Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant
Supporting individuals to take part in meaningful activities, both within the service and in the community
Assisting clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence wherever possible
Providing companionship and emotional support
Administering medication when required
What We’re Looking For
To be successful as a Care Support Assistant, you’ll need:
A caring and empathetic nature
Be confident in leading and supporting activities.
Be enthusiastic, reliable and motivated.
Have a positive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Good communication skills
Be flexible and person-centred in their approach to support.
A full UK driving licence is advantageous
Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided
About us
What We Offer
Pension scheme entitlement
Full induction and ongoing training
Confidential employee assistance helpline
Opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social Care
Career progression pathways
Blue Light membership with discounts from 15,000+ brands
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Online employee portal for easy access to information
Employee feedback surveys and staff recognition
You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites, just focused, meaningful support.
Job description Job responsibilities
At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, highquality support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant.
We are currently seeking Care Support Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting individuals within our short stay (respite) provision based in Northwich, Cheshire.
What We Offer
Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full induction and ongoing training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social Care Career progression pathways Blue Light membership with discounts from 15,000+ brands We pay for your DBS certificate and reimburse you for the Update Service Refer-a-friend bonus scheme Online employee portal for easy access to information Employee feedback surveys and staff recognition You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites, just focused, meaningful support.
About the Role
As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care. After training is completed, you will receive a competitive rate of pay of £15.00 per hour for day shifts.
The role will be a full time (36 hours) with mixture of day and night shifts (sleeping & waking).
Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant
Supporting individuals to take part in meaningful activities, both within the service and in the community Assisting clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence wherever possible Providing companionship and emotional support Administering medication when required
What We’re Looking For
To be successful as a Care Support Assistant, you’ll need:
A caring and empathetic nature Be confident in leading and supporting activities. Be enthusiastic, reliable and motivated.
Have a positive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Good communication skills Be flexible and person-centred in their approach to support. A full UK driving licence is advantageous Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided
Additional Information
Person-centred care is very important to us here at Your Life Your Way and you will have the opportunity to meet our client during the recruitment process.
Your Life Your Way is committed to a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the individuals we support. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is essential.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, with documentation valid for at least 12 months, to ensure continuity of care for the person we support.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Care Support Assistant and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply to become our Care Support Assistant, please complete our short application form and upload your CV via our website https://careers.ylyw.org.uk/
Person Specification
Health and Social Care Essential
Experience in care preferred
Desirable
Experience in care preferred
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name YOURLIFEYOURWAY
Address Northwich
Northwich
Cheshire
CW9 8PL
Employer's website https://ylyw.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)