Care Assistant

Ashridge Home Care; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care services provider in the UK seeks compassionate Care Assistants for full-time and part-time roles. You will provide personalized care to clients in their homes and receive comprehensive training. Flexibility for various shifts and a driving license with your own car are essential. Excellent pay and benefits included, with a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Excellent pay: £14.50 weekdays, £16.50 weekends

Up to £400 referral bonuses

Paid holidays and travel expenses

Employee Assistance Programme

NEST pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• No prior care experience is necessary; suitable training will be provided.
• Must be a driver with own car to travel to client locations.
• Availability for various shifts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care during home visits.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and household tasks.
• Support client mobility and transport to appointments.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Trust

Respect

Knowledge

Job description

Care assistant – Full time and part time hours available: mornings, evenings and weekend availability. Flackwell Heath and surrounding areas

Location: Amersham, Marlow, Beaconsfield, The Chalfont’s, Wendover, Great Missenden & surrounding areas

Hours: Full-time and Part-time hours available (mornings, evenings, and weekends)

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.

Your skills & our support:

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.

As a visiting care assistant, you will:

• 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

Please note, you must be a driver with use of a car as our clients live in rural areas not accessible by public transport.

Why we think you'll love being part of our team:

• Excellent pay: earn £14.50 (weekdays) and £16.50 (weekends), with double pay on bank holidays
• Rewarding bonuses: up to £400 for every friend you refer!
• We’re invested 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

Essential requirements

• Driver with own car: This is 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: You must have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer Visa Sponsorship)

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