Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Elstree; On-site; GBP 19,561; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Paid mileage

Paid training

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to provide support across Hertfordshire. You will help service users with daily living activities, personal care, and community engagement. The role offers flexible full-time or part-time shifts, competitive pay at £14.20 per hour, and comprehensive training. Plus, enjoy perks such as annual leave, mileage reimbursement, and career development opportunities. If you're ready to make a difference, apply now!

Qualifications

• Compassion, empathy, and patience are essential.
• Flexibility and adaptability are required.
• Stamina to support mobility tasks is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and supporting daily living activities.
• Helping with mobility, transfers, and medication support.
• Encouraging hobbies and community activities.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Flexibility

Stamina

Problem-solving skills

Respect for diversity

Education

Full UK driving licence

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

🌟 Care Assistants – Join Our Friendly Team in Hertfordshire 🌟

✨ Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. ✨
At Care by Us, every day is different. Every day gives you the chance to do meaningful, rewarding work that truly changes people’s lives.

We’re currently recruiting full-time and part-time Care Assistants to join our dedicated team supporting service users across Hertfordshire.

• Borehamwood, Elstree, area near Theobald Street, area around Ripon Park
• Weekdays (Mon–Fri): £14.20 per hour
• Mileage allowance: £0.30p per mile

Perks of joining us:

✔ 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
✔ Paid mileage + local work opportunities
✔ Paid training – online & face-to-face
✔ Career progression & self-development opportunities
✔ Flexible working – full or part time
✔ Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
✔ Pension scheme & Death in Service Payment
✔ Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts)
✔ Cycle to work scheme
✔ Refer a friend bonus (£300 per referral!)
✔ Access to well-being & benefits platform
✔ Work with the largest care company in the UK

We run 7 days a week, offering flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle:

• Day Shifts: 07:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Evening Shifts: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Job Description

🌟 Your Role as a Care Assistant

As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide person-centred support to help people live independently and enjoy fulfilling lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting daily living activities & promoting independence
• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, grooming)
• Supporting with mobility, transfers & aids
• Providing medication support as per care plans
• Preparing meals, drinks & monitoring nutrition
• Helping with household tasks (cleaning, laundry, shopping, errands)
• Offering companionship, reassurance & emotional support
• Encouraging hobbies, interests & community activities
• Keeping accurate records & communicating with families/professionals

Qualifications

No experience is necessary – we’ll train you in everything else!
All we ask is that you bring:

• Compassion, empathy & patience
• Flexibility & adaptability
• Stamina to support mobility tasks
• Problem-solving skills & common sense
• Respect for diversity & cultural awareness
• Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle
• Right to Work in the UK

You’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health conditions, and challenging behaviours. No two days are the same – you’ll be helping others broaden their horizons while broadening your own.

Additional Information

🚀 Why Choose Care by Us?

We’re not just another care provider – we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change.

Thanks to the talent and commitment of our people, extraordinary achievements happen every day. Join us, and be part of a supportive, growing company that offers career security, opportunities, and real impact.

🎉 Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready for a care adventure more exciting than a rollercoaster ride through a chocolate factory 🍫🎢, apply today and become one of our everyday heroes!

👉 APPLY NOW and start your journey with Care by Us.