Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading home care provider in the UK is looking for compassionate Domiciliary Care Assistants to join their visiting team. This role involves providing personalised care and support to clients in their homes, with flexible shifts available. No prior experience is necessary, as comprehensive training is provided. Excellent pay and benefits including bonuses and ongoing support for health care diplomas are also offered. Join a supportive and well-rated team where your well-being is prioritized.

Benefits

Excellent pay: £14.50 (weekdays), £16.50 (weekends)

Bonuses: up to £400 for referrals

Comprehensive training and development

Paid holidays and travel expenses

NEST pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be a driver with your own car as clients live in rural areas.
• Availability for flexible shifts: 07:00-15:00, 16:00-22:00, or 18:00-22:00.
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship required).

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care during home visits.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and meal preparation.
• Support mobility, transport clients to appointments, and run errands.

Skills

Empathy

Kindness

Respect

Trust

Knowledge

Job description

The Role

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.

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

Qualifications and Requirements

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.

• Must be a driver with your own car; 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: Must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).

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

Benefits

• Excellent pay: £14.50 (weekdays) and £16.50 (weekends), with double pay on bank holidays.
• Rewarding bonuses: up to £400 for every friend you refer.
• Investment 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 valued, appreciating our knowledgeable and flexible approach.