Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to support clients in their homes. You will assist with personal care, medication, and daily tasks while providing companionship. The role offers flexible hours, paid training, and opportunities for career progression. Join us to make a difference in people's lives!

Benefits

Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays

Paid training (online and face-to-face)

Flexible hours, part and full-time options

Paid mileage and local work

Refer a friend scheme (£300 per referral)

Exclusive staff discounts with Blue Light Card

Self-development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• No previous social care experience necessary.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with personal care and medication.
• Assist with mobility and domestic tasks.
• Provide companionship and monitor health.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Compassion

Resilience

Job description

Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. Plenty of ups, some downs, and a few curveballs. At My Home Care, every day is different. Every day offers you the opportunity to do meaningful and rewarding work that changes people's lives.

We support service users in the following locations across London:

WORK LOCATION:

We welcome applications from drivers based in and around the surrounding areas

Bedfordshire Pay Rate: £13.00 - £13.67 per hour plus 25p mileage.

Hertfordshire Pay Rate: £14.44 - £15.44 per hour plus 25p mileage.

Shifts work across seven days a week,

EVENING – 2:00 pm – 10:00/11:00 pm

Care Assistant: Role & Responsibilities

• Support clients to live safer and supported lives in their own homes by following individual care plans and assisting with personal care, medication, and practical tasks like shopping and housework.
• Assist with mobility and physical disabilities, including the use and care of aids and adaptations.
• Help with domestic tasks such as making beds, tidying, light cleaning, laundry, and emptying commodes.
• Support personal hygiene routines, including washing, bathing, and toileting.
• Assist with eating and drinking, including meal preparation and feeding if required.
• Help with medication administration and reminders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness and engage clients in activities and outings.
• Monitor health and report changes in wellbeing.
• Organise and accompany clients to social activities and appointments.
• Maintain accurate records of care and incidents.
• Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents or medical emergencies.
• Communicate effectively with family members about the client's care and wellbeing.

Qualifications

We value your heart of gold, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities. No previous social care experience is necessary; we focus on your compassion, resilience, eagerness to learn, and commitment to respectful care. You must have the right to work in the UK, a driving licence, and access to a vehicle, especially for rural areas.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We are committed to transforming the care industry through innovation and talent. As the largest care provider in the UK, we offer extensive career opportunities, security, and benefits, including paid training, career progression, and discounts.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
• Paid training (online and face-to-face)
• Flexible hours, part and full-time options
• Paid mileage and local work
• Refer a friend scheme (£300 per referral)
• Exclusive staff discounts with Blue Light Card
• Self-development and progression opportunities
• Work for the largest care company in the UK

If you're ready for a rewarding care career, APPLY TODAY!!

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to positive change in the care industry.