Care Assistant

Alina Homecare Group; Elmstead Market; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Alina Homecare Group is looking for a Care Assistant to join their Colchester Team. You will assist clients in their homes, providing companionship, personal care, and help with daily tasks such as meal preparation and mobility support.

Previous experience is not required as you will receive comprehensive training from the Alina Homecare Academy. A caring attitude, communication skills, and a driving license are essential for this role.

This position helps make a positive difference in your local community.

Qualifications

• A caring & respectful attitude is essential.
• Willingness to learn and make a positive difference.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to clients.
• Assist with personal care tasks like washing and dressing.
• Help clients with medication reminders and prescriptions.
• Prepare healthy meals and assist with housework.
• Support clients in mobility and errands.

Skills

Caring & respectful attitude

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Flexible approach to work

Driving licence & access to a vehicle

Job description

Earn great pay and work in your local Colchester community! Bring your caring and friendly attitude and make a positive difference as a Care Assistant in the Alina Homecare Colchester Team. You’ll support clients in their own homes, helping them with daily tasks like making breakfast, bathing, and getting ready for bed.

Responsibilities

• Companionship – being a friendly face & keeping clients company
• Personal Care – washing & dressing
• Medication – collecting prescriptions & providing reminders
• Mealtimes – preparing healthy meals
• Housework – laundry, cleaning & tidying
• Tasks – shopping & running errands
• Mobility – help with getting around

What we need (Skills & Qualifications)

• A caring & respectful attitude
• Willingness to learn & make a positive difference
• Strong communication & teamwork skills
• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to work
• A driving licence & access to a vehicle

No previous experience or qualifications are required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Alina Homecare Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver high quality support.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.