Care assistant

Job description

WE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION
Driving Licence and access to own car essential

About Us

At Home Care values all our staff and is dedicated to their well-being! We are a friendly and supportive team, and we would love for you to be part of it. Our roles are incredibly rewarding, knowing that the care we provide makes a real difference to elderly and vulnerable individuals in the community.

Shift Patterns:

• Morning Shift: 6:45 AM – 2:00 PM
• Evening Shift: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Pay RatesDomiciliary Care:

• Before probation: £13.00/hr (weekdays) | £14.00/hr (weekends)
• After probation: £14.00/hr (weekdays) | £15.00/hr (weekends)

Community Access Care Work:

• Before probation: £12.50/hr (weekdays) | £13.00/hr (weekends)
• After probation: £12.75/hr (weekdays) | £13.25/hr (weekends)

Bank Holiday Rates:

• Before probation: £18.00/hr
• After probation: £20.00/hr

What You'll Be Doing!

As a Community Access & Supported Living Care Worker, you will support individuals in their homes and in the community to live independently and improve their quality of life.

Domiciliary Care Responsibilities:

• Assisting individuals with personal care, meal preparation, and medication
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Helping clients maintain a clean and safe home environment
• Supporting clients with daily living tasks

Community Access Care Responsibilities:

• Supporting individuals to attend medical appointments, social events, or leisure activities
• Assisting with shopping, running errands, or engaging in hobbies
• Helping individuals access education, employment, or volunteer opportunities
• Encouraging physical activity and participation in community programs

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay rates with increases after probation
• Flexible shifts tailored to your availability
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• 28 days holiday per year
• Paid mileage of 25p per mile between calls
• Company pension
• Wellness programme

If you are passionate about helping individuals live independently in supported housing and community settings, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now for more details.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.50-£20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Store discount

Shift:

• Day shift

Work days:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a vehicle for work?

Experience:

• Domiciliary care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road