Care Assistant

Ashridge Home Care; Bourne End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in the United Kingdom is looking for Care Assistants to join their team. The positions are available for both full-time and part-time hours, providing personalized support to clients in their homes. Applicants do not need prior care experience as comprehensive training will be provided. A valid driver's license and car are required due to the rural locations of clients. Offers excellent pay along with a rewarding benefits package, emphasizing employee growth and well-being.

Benefits

Earn £14.50 weekdays, £16.50 weekends

Bonuses up to £400 for referrals

Comprehensive training and support

Paid holidays and travel expenses

NEST pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• No prior care experience is necessary; training is provided.
• Must be a driver with own car due to rural client locations.
• Flexible to work various shifts including mornings and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care during home visits.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and household tasks.
• Support mobility and transport clients to appointments.

Skills

Kindness

Empathy

Trust

Compassion

Respect

Knowledge

Job description

Care assistant – Full time and part time hours available: mornings, evenings and weekend availability.Bourne End and surrounding areas

Location

Amersham, Marlow, Beaconsfield, The Chalfont’s, Wendover, Great Missenden & surrounding areas

Hours

Full-time and Part-time hours available (mornings, evenings, and weekends)

The Role

Are you a compassionate person looking for a career where your wellbeing is genuinely valued and you're empowered to make a real difference? Look no further!

We're seeking Domiciliary Care Assistants to join our visiting team. Our mission is simple: to deliver the kind of care we'd want for our own loved ones, helping people stay safe and happy in their homes. We are a highly respected, knowledgeable, and supportive team committed to giving our clients, and you, the very best support.

Your skills & our support

No prior care experience is necessary. If you possess the right kindness, empathy, and values (Trust, Compassion, Respect, and Knowledge), we will provide full, comprehensive training to equip you with all the necessary skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care during home visits (minimum 1 hour per call)
• Assist with personal care, medication, meal preparation, companionship, and household tasks
• Support mobility, transport clients to appointments, and run errands

Please note, you must be a driver with use of a car as our clients live in rural areas not accessible by public transport.

Why we think you'll love being part of our team

• Excellent pay: earn £14.50 (weekdays) and £16.50 (weekends), with double pay on bank holidays
• Rewarding bonuses: up to £400 for every friend you refer!
• We’re invested in your growth: comprehensive induction, care certificate, and ongoing support for level 2 & 3 diplomas in health and social care
• Benefits package including paid holidays, travel expenses of 45p per mile, NEST pension scheme, client referral scheme, Blue Light Card
• Dedicated support: your own care manager and a friendly office team always ready to help
• Prioritising your well-being: an Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support
• Award-winning culture: join a team rated 5 stars for culture and management (Indeed) and recognised for live-in care expertise (Home Care Awards)
• Our carers consistently tell us they feel welcomed, supported, and value we appreciate our knowledge and flexible approach

Essential requirements

• Driver with own car: This is essential as clients live in rural areas not accessible by public transport
• Availability: Must be flexible to work at least one of the following shifts: 07:00–15:00, 16:00–22:00, or 18:00–22:00
• Right to work: You must have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer Visa Sponsorship)

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