Job summaryAt 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 a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a client based in London, SW8 area.
About the RoleAs 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 £17.49- £18.24
This position involves 20-24 hours per week, including day shifts and waking night shifts.
Potential shift patterns include:
07:00 - 14:00
14:00 - 21:00
21:00 - 07:00
Main duties of the jobYour Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant- Bipap (night time ventilation)
- Personal care and toileting
- Anxiety and pain management
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Helping with household tasks
- Helping to organise events and planning travel
- Supporting clients to attend appointments and community activities
- Medication management (ordering, collecting and administering)
About usWhat 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.
Job responsibilitiesAt 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 a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a client based in London, SW8 area.
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 RoleAs 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 £17.49- £18.24
This position involves 20-24 hours per week, including day shifts and waking night shifts.
Potential shift patterns include:
07:00 - 14:00
14:00 - 21:00
21:00 - 07:00
Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant- Bipap (night time ventilation)
- Personal care and toileting
- Anxiety and pain management
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Helping with household tasks
- Helping to organise events and planning travel
- Supporting clients to attend appointments and community activities
- Medication management (ordering, collecting and administering)
What We’re Looking ForTo be successful as a Care Support Assistant, you’ll need:
- A caring and empathetic nature
- Good communication skills
- A genuine desire to support others
- Basic IT and record-keeping skills
- A full UK driving licence is advantageous
- Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided
Additional InformationPerson-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 SpecificationHealth and Social CareEssentialDesirableDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
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. 