Care Assistant

Altogether Care; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading family-run care provider as a Domiciliary Care Assistant, where your compassion and dedication will empower individuals to live independently. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate and a supportive team environment, along with opportunities for ongoing training and development within a caring community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Welcome Bonus via 'Refer a Friend'

Fully funded induction and ongoing training

Access to 100's eLearning courses

Guaranteed working hours

Wellbeing support

Company pension scheme

Staff appreciation incentives

Qualifications

• Willingness to support individuals living independently.
• Ability to provide physical and emotional care.

Responsibilities

• Assist people in their homes to live independently.
• Provide personal care and support for daily living tasks.
• Foster positive relationships with clients and their families.

Skills

Compassion

Caring

Decision-Making

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding role in a trusted care company? At Altogether Care, our family values ensure that we put people first.

Join us as a Domiciliary Care Assistant and become part of our growing family. Enjoy the support of great teams and consistent working hours.

We are recruiting individuals who are compassionate, naturally caring, and genuinely want to make a positive difference in people's lives. We want to recruit the best people, and you will be rewarded with:

• A competitive salary £13.30 to £14.10 Per Hour
• Welcome Bonus via our Care Friends 'Refer a Friend'
• As an employee you can earn extra money with our 'Refer a friend' scheme
• Fully funded induction and ongoing training and career development
• Access to 100'S eLearning courses.
• Guaranteed working hours on a Permanent contract.
• We are an established family run business, not an agency.
• Work available in your community.
• Wellbeing support with access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Wellbeing events and initiatives including yoga, self-affirmation, and menopause support.
• Company pension scheme
• Staff appreciation incentives; Reward and Recognition for our carers with thoughtful gifts.

About The Role

Whether you're new to social care or an experienced professional, we would love to hear from you.

As a Care Assistant, you will:

• Support and assist people in their own homes to live as independently as possible.
• Empower individuals to make their own decisions and choices.
• Provide support with personal care.
• Offer physical and emotional support.
• Assist with daily living tasks and activities.
• Help with health care and personal appointments.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, their families, colleagues, and other professionals.
• Utilise mobile technology to record and deliver quality care.
• Uphold the principles of Altogether Care's values.
• Follow safe working practices.
• The role may require travel to nearby areas to ensure quality care.

Altogether Care is a family-run care provider established in 1988, serving local communities across the South and Southwest for over 35 years.

We support our colleagues' growth and development, with many promoted internally, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Other titles for this role include: Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Home Care Assistant, Care Giver, Domiciliary Care Worker.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Altogether Care is a family-owned business rooted in the Dorset and South Somerset community for over 30 years. We see our clients as an extended family, working hard to understand the 'real you' and prioritise wellbeing, quality of life, and independence. Our goal is to help clients live as independently as possible with professional care and support always available.

Company Culture

We value our front-line care providers as they are key to our success. Our founders and management team, with extensive experience in the care sector, work closely together to maintain a supportive environment.

Desired and Required Criteria

Closing Date: Thursday 10th July, 2025