Do you feel drawn towards working in care? While caring can sometimes be a physically and emotionally demanding job, it is also rewarding. Each day you get to bring sunshine to someone’s life as you support their physical and mental health. 

If you are interested in working in the care sector, a care job in Rushcliffe may be just the thing for you. Read on to learn more about the values, personality and skills we seek in our Wellbeing Assistants. 

What characteristics make a great Wellbeing Assistant? 

Many things contribute to making a wonderful Wellbeing Assistant. Succeeding in the care industry is more than having a certain set of skills on paper. Rather, factors like personality, life experience and connection to the community can all help you thrive in a caring role. That’s why we look for people who embody the values and attitudes of social care: 

Empathetic: Empathy is a trait that can’t be learned. When you are empathetic, you’re able to share and understand the feelings of another person – a key ingredient to providing quality care. If you are able to approach a person’s vulnerability with keen sensitivity, you’ll make a great Wellbeing Assistant. 

Patient: As part of our holistic approach to care, we encourage people to retain their independence as much as possible. This means that even in the face of challenging situations, you don’t try to quicken the process by doing something yourself. 

Positive: Are you a friendly, encouraging person? Do you make others smile with your cheerful persona? If you are able to maintain a positive attitude, especially in times of stress, your presence can make a huge difference in someone’s life. It can even contribute to positive mental health. 

Respectful: No matter what, a good Wellbeing Assistant always treats others with dignity and respect. You show respect for their decisions and help empower their independence as much as possible. 

Reliable: When you are reliable, others know that they can trust and depend on you. They feel secure and safe in your presence – an essential part of working in care. Do you show up on time and do the things you said you would? If yes, you have what it takes to be a dependable Wellbeing Assistant. 

Becoming a Wellbeing Assistant 

We welcome a diverse range of people from all walks of life to become part of our supportive team. The beauty of working in care is that hours are flexible, making this an ideal choice for people who have family responsibilities or study commitments. For example, its flexibility makes it a great career choice for people who need to fit their schedule around childcare. It’s also an excellent choice for people who may be easing back into work after a break. From retirees wanting to engage with their community to young people who have experience looking after their grandparents, we invite you to discover the joys of working in care as part of our close-knit team. 

Joining our supportive team 

If you have the skills, passion and personality to be a Wellbeing Assistant, we would love to have you join our collaborative team. Please get in touch with us and we would be happy to answer any of your questions or provide more information. We can be reached here or by calling us on 0115 951 8660.