Trainee Community Workers (Aged Care)

Ternary; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local aged care organization in Cardiff is seeking Community Support Workers to support aged care clients in their homes. This role offers flexibility with hours, as well as on-the-job training for those interested in obtaining a Certificate III in Individual Support. No previous experience is required. Ideal candidates will possess a caring attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Shifts will be available between Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with the opportunity for up to 30 hours per week.

Benefits

Family-friendly hours

On-the-job training

Great working conditions

Qualifications

• Current NSW driver’s licence required.
• Reliable, registered vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Must pass a National Police Check and obtain a Working with Vulnerable Persons Card.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients in their homes and provide domestic assistance.
• Support clients with personal care tasks.
• Prepare meals and assist with shopping trips.

Skills

Caring attitude

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

Overview

• Are you looking for a regular role with aged care clients who are living in the community?
• Have you been wanting to complete an Aged Care qualification and want to work at the same time?
• This role is for you!
• Family-friendly hours.
• Train on the job and complete your studies whilst being paid.
• Are you looking to start your caring career? This role is for you:
• On-the-job training provided
• Regular clients and hours
• Permanent part-time roles
• Flexible days/hours, as long as your availability is between 9:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
• If you don\'t have experience, we can offer you on-the-job training
• Minimum 15 hours a week, and work up to 30+ hours a week
• Excellent incentives and working conditions
• The hourly rate starts from $24.65+ per hour (part-time)
• Must have a reliable vehicle, with a NSW driver\'s licence.

Are you caring, supportive, reliable, a person, and have a great attitude?

Do you have a reliable car, a current NSW driver\'s licence, and are COVID-19 vaccinated?

Our client, a well-established home and community care organisation is seeking new team members to join their local team in the region.

No experience is required; we will train you in Certificate III in Individual Support, and you will be paid to attend buddy shifts, regular shifts, and training days. Full on-the-job training provided.

We are expanding this team to deal with the increase in new clients requiring services, with the expansion of community services.

When you start your career as a Community Support Worker, you can complete socialisation and domestic tasks. As you progress, you will receive training in additional services, such as personal care (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting), respite, catheter care, and much more!

What we are seeking

• Have a great attitude
• Be reliable
• Willingness to learn and work
• Ability to pass a National Police Check (we will get this for you)
• Ability to pass and receive a Working with Vulnerable Persons Card (WVPC)
• Have a current NSW driver\'s licence
• Have a reliable, registered vehicle, with full comprehensive insurance; and
• Have regular availability
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a Permanent resident, allowing access to State Funding for the program.

Shifts are available Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

You will be visiting (clients - aged care) in their homes and supporting them with services, which may include:

• Domestic Assistance
• Shopping trips
• Personal Care (dressing, showering, grooming, etc)
• Meal Preparation
• Transportation
• To & from Medical Appointments
• Social Activities
• Respite
• We are seeking people living within the local area
• Willingness to learn

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please apply here.