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Care Assistant - Hospital Discharges

City and County Healthcare Group
Full-time
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Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Company Description

Location: Manchester- M14, M16, M19, M20, M21, M22, M23

Pay Rate: £12.00 per hour plus 45p mileage

Shifts available: A range of shifts available

Access to vehicle required due to the geographical nature of the role

What We Offer

We’re creating brighter days with fresh challenges and exciting opportunities. As a Care Assistant at HSG, part of City & County, every day will be unique. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting individuals who have recently been discharged from hospital, helping them transition safely back to their homes. This is meaningful, rewarding work that makes a real difference to our clients’ lives and to your career.

What You’ll Get

  • Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
  • Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
  • Paid training and shadowing
  • Uniform and PPE provided
  • Death in Service Payment
  • Pension scheme
  • Benefits and Well-being Platform
  • 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Eligible for Blue Light Card, with access to over 15,000 discounts nationwide

Job Description

What you’ll do

As a Care Assistant specialising in hospital discharges, you will be the compassionate face of our care team, helping clients safely transition from hospital to home. You will provide essential support according to individualised care plans, assisting with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, managing incontinence, and supporting with medication. Your role will also include practical tasks like preparing meals, helping with housework, and ensuring a safe living environment post-discharge.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

You don’t need previous social care experience for this role; we’re looking for compassionate individuals who have a desire to care. You must be adaptable, willing to learn, and able to work as part of a close-knit team. Your empathy and dedication are what matter most.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.

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