Colchester - CQS - Care Assistant (R5B161)

We are looking for kind hearted, compassionate and hardworking people to join us as community Care Assistants at our Colchester branch. Being a care assistant is hugely rewarding and you will be the kind of person who feels great when you help and make a difference to other people.

We are looking for people who live in or under a 20 minute commute from the following areas: CO1, CO3, CO4, CO6, CO7, CO11, CO12, CO13, CO14, CO15, CO16 to carry out house-to-house care visits.

No previous experience is required - full training is given via our pre-employment induction and 12 week onboarding process which includes shadowing, e-learning and working towards nationally recognised qualifications. From here there are opportunities for ongoing training and development via our apprenticeship programme.

Responsibilities include personal care, light domestic duties, assisting with medication  and providing social interaction, a listening ear and empathy to the most vulnerable in your local community. 

All visits, tasks and notes are logged on our carer app, which can be viewed by family members and the data you enter is also monitored by AI powered technology which generates risk alerts allowing our teams to signpost/arrange additional care, support or medication. This has led to a 70% reduction in hospital admissions for our service users . 

Available shifts include earlies, days, teas and beds (generally hours fall between 7am and 8pm, but this may vary) and you will be required to work alternate weekends. You must have the right to work in the UK and be 18 or over.

What can CQS offer me?

• Permanent contract 
• Free uniform & PPE where applicable
• Paid Mileage
• Free training, Fully funded qualifications and career progression opportunities
• Access to our WeCare platform with hundreds of discounts and cashback offers, as well as being eligible for a blue light card.
• Employee assistance program, Mental Health Hotline, Healthcare Cashplan, Eyecare Plan and Wellbeing centre (via WeCare)
• Employee recognition awards 
• Uncapped £500 refer a friend scheme*

We are on a mission to support people to live longer, healthier and happier lives in their own homes - if you want to be part of our journey and start or continue a rewarding career in social care then apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.