Care Assistant

Midshires Care Limited; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Flexible shifts

Early pay access

Refer-a-friend bonus

Paid holiday

Training & qualifications

Blue Light Card discounts

Career development

Job summary

Helping Hands in Bridgwater is looking for a Care Assistant. No experience is needed – full training provided, and you’ll make a real difference helping people live safely and independently in their own homes.

You’ll provide companionship and practical support, assist with personal care and daily tasks, and work with a friendly team. A full UK driving licence is required, with flexible shifts and access to earned pay before payday, holidays and pension offered.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Driving licence and access to vehicle required for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm companionship to customers in their homes.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and daily tasks.
• Oversee and assist with household chores and errands.
• Administer medications in line with care plans as needed.
• Support customers to stay safe and independent.

Skills

Driving licence

Right to Work in UK

Compassion

Reliability

Tools

Own vehicle

Job description

• No experience needed – full training provided


• Flexible shift patterns available to suit your lifestyle


• Paid mileage of 35p per mile


• Currently hiring in your area – start as soon as checks are completed

Join Helping Hands as a Care Assistant and start a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day.

Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Culture. Extraordinary Careers.

Helping Hands was built on kindness and it still guides everything we do today. We’re a purpose-driven team helping people live well in the homes and communities they love. Join us, and you’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious team where your work truly matters, and you can grow a career that counts.

As aCare Assistantwith Helping Hands, you’ll make a real difference every day, supporting people to live well, stay independent, and feel safe in the homes they love. You don’t need previous care experience; what matters most is kindness, reliability and a genuine desire to help others. We’ll give you all the training, support and confidence you need to thrive.

Why Helping Hands

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls.


• Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.


• Access up to 50% of your pay before payday.


• Refer-a-friend bonus (up to £100).


• Paid holiday and pension.


• Fully funded training + recognised qualifications (Care Certificate, Apprenticeships).


• FREE Blue Light Card with hundreds of discounts.


• Ongoing support and career development.

What you’ll do

• Provide warm, meaningful companionship to customers in their own homes.


• Support with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing and toileting.


• Assist with mobility needs, helping customers stay safe and confident.


• Oversee and administer medication in line with care plans.


• Help with household tasks such as cleaning, cooking and meal preparation.


• Run essential errands, from food shopping to collecting prescriptions.


• Offer calm, considerate support that helps customers feel truly cared for.

What you’ll bring

• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.


• Right to Work in the UK.


• A kind, adaptable, people-first mindset.


• A willingness to learn


• Reliability, compassion, and the confidence to support others with dignity.

At Helping Hands we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive community where everyone belongs. All applications are considered fairly in line with our Equality and Diversity Policy.