Care Assistant
Join our Care Assistant team: compassionate, flexible hours, full training, and meaningful, person-centred care at home. Grow, be supported, and make a difference.
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant to join our team and provide high‑quality, person‑centred support to people in their own homes and community settings.
Key responsibilities
Deliver day‑to‑day personal care, including assistance with washing, dressing, toileting and continence support while maintaining dignity and privacy.
Support with medication administration following company policies and local protocols.
Assist with meal preparation, feeding where necessary and support with dietary requirements.
Help with mobility, transfers and use of equipment in line with risk assessments and best practice.
Encourage social inclusion, companionship and engagement in meaningful activities to promote wellbeing.
Observe, record and report changes in the person’s condition, behaviour or care needs promptly and accurately.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, family members and other professionals to deliver coordinated care.
Maintain accurate records, complete required documentation and follow data‑protection and confidentiality policies.
Skills and experience
Previous experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Good communication skills, with the ability to listen and respond to the needs of individuals.
Basic numeracy and literacy for record‑keeping and medication management.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating reliability and initiative.
Empathy, patience and a commitment to person‑centred care.
Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide references.
Qualifications and training
Level 2 or 3 Health and Social Care qualification is advantageous but not required.
Full training in manual handling, safeguarding and infection control will be provided.
Working hours and benefits
Flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays; full‑time and part‑time contracts available.
Competitive pay, paid travel time between visits and pension contribution in line with statutory requirements.
Paid induction and ongoing training, career development opportunities and access to employee support programmes.
Supportive team environment with regular supervision and appraisal.
How to apply
If you are committed to making a positive difference and meet the essential requirements, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.
- Department
- Care
- Role
- Care Assistant
- Salary
- 13/hour