Bank Home Care Worker - Helsby & Runcorn

ICare Group; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage between care calls

Flexible bank shifts

Paid induction and training

Care Certificate training

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing and support team

Job summary

ICare Group in Helsby and Runcorn is seeking Bank Home Care Assistants to support people in their own homes on a flexible bank basis. Shifts span Thursday to Sunday, with drivers preferred for community-based care and mileage between visits.

The role offers training, ongoing support and development opportunities, plus a salary aligned to hourly rates of £13.45–£13.70 and a focus on independent living and dignity.

Qualifications

• UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care with dignity and respect
• Assist with washing, dressing and daily routines
• Help with meal preparation and nutrition
• Provide medication prompts in line with care plans
• Conduct wellbeing and safety checks
• Support light household tasks and maintain a comfortable home
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Build positive, professional relationships with those supported
• Promote independence and person-centred care
• Work as part of a supportive care team

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Reliable

Job description

Bank Home Care Assistant - Helsby & Runcorn

£13.45 - £13.70 per hour

Paid Mileage Between Care Calls

Bank Contract (Flexible Hours)

Shifts Available Thursday to Sunday

What if your next job was more than just a job?

At ICare Group, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, safely and comfortably in their own home.

We're looking for caring, compassionate and reliable individuals to join our Home Care team supporting people across the Helsby and Runcorn areas on a flexible bank basis.

This role is ideal for someone looking for flexible work who can support the service by picking up shifts to cover weekends, annual leave and additional staffing requirements.

Whether you're already working in care or looking for a rewarding new career, we'll give you the training, support and encouragement you need to succeed.

Important Information Before You Apply

• Have a UK Drivers License;
• Have access to your own vehicle;
• Have a valid right to work in the UK;
• Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place.

Driving is preferred for this role due to the nature of community-based care.

Why Join ICare?

At ICare, our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• I - Inclusion
  Everyone deserves to feel valued, heard and supported.
• C - Compassion
  We treat people with kindness, understanding and dignity.
• A - Aspire
  We help people achieve their personal goals and ambitions.
• R - Respect
  We value individuality and promote choice and independence.
• E - Empowerment
  We support people to live their lives to the fullest.

These aren't just words on a page. They're the values that guide us every day.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll support people in their own homes, helping them remain independent while maintaining their dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.

No two days are the same, but your role may include:

• Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion
• Supporting with washing, dressing and daily routines
• Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition
• Providing medication prompts and support in line with care plans
• Carrying out wellbeing and safety checks
• Supporting with light household tasks and maintaining a comfortable home environment
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Building positive and professional relationships with the people you support
• Promoting independence, choice and person‑centred care
• Working as part of a supportive and dedicated care team

Most importantly, you'll make a meaningful difference to people's lives every day.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who are:

• Caring and compassionate
• Reliable and committed
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Great communicators
• Passionate about making a difference
• Flexible and able to work on a bank basis
• Comfortable working independently within the community
• Living locally to Helsby, Runcorn or within a reasonable travelling distance

Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What You'll Receive

• £13.45 - £13.70 per hour
• Paid mileage between care calls
• Flexible bank shifts
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Care Certificate training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee recognition initiatives and awards
• Dedicated wellbeing and support team

A Career That Matters

You won't just be providing care.

You’ll be helping someone remain independent in their own home, maintain their confidence, stay connected to their community and continue living life on their own terms.

Join ICare in Helsby and Runcorn and start a career where what you do truly matters.

I nclusion | C ompassion | A spire | R espect | E mpowerment

"Because great care starts with great people."