Care Assistant

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted home care provider in Carlisle seeks a dedicated Care Assistant to provide support and companionship to clients in their homes. This permanent position offers flexible hours, training support, and various employee benefits. Ideal candidates should possess compassion, strong communication skills, and a UK driving licence. Join a rewarding career making a difference in the community.

Benefits

£150 bonus after probation

Refer-a-Friend scheme worth up to £275

Monthly employee recognition and reward scheme

Paid training and mentoring

Employee and store discounts

Company pension and events

Qualifications

• A compassionate and patient nature.
• Strong communication and written English skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A genuine desire to make a difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Collect prescriptions and offer medication reminders.
• Prepare nutritious meals and support mealtimes.
• Keep the home clean, safe, and comfortable.
• Help with mobility and encourage independence.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Strong communication

Written English

Job description

Care Assistant – Carlisle

£13.20 per hour + Flexible Permanent Role

Join a caring, supportive team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a secure, permanent position in domiciliary home care.

Based in Carlisle, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to help individuals live independently in their own homes. Whether you're an experienced Health Care Assistant or new to care, you'll be fully supported with training, development and flexibility to suit your way of life.

Why apply?

You’ll enjoy:

• £13.20 per hour
• Permanent, flexible role - full time or part time
• Support with QCF/NVQ in Health & Social Care (often fully funded)
• £150 bonus after probation
• Refer‑a‑Friend scheme worth up to £275
• Monthly employee recognition & reward scheme
• Paid training and mentoring
• Employee and store discounts
• Company pension and events

Key Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Collect prescriptions and offer medication reminders
• Prepare nutritious meals and support mealtimes
• Keep the home clean, safe, and comfortable
• Help with mobility and encourage independence

What we're looking for

• A compassionate and patient nature
• Strong communication and written English
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
• The right to work in the UK
• A genuine desire to make a difference in the community

If you're looking for a permanent Care Assistant position in Carlisle within a trusted home care provider, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start a rewarding career in care.

Job Number: INDEDUCARE (phone number removed)

Location: Carlisle

Role: Care Assistant

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy