Care Assistant

Care At Home Services; Hastings; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime

On-site parking

Uniform and training provided

Mobile phone for work use

PPE provided

Job summary

Care at Home Services is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to visit clients in the Hastings area. You will help with daily tasks, assist with personal care, light housekeeping, and provide companionship to keep clients safe and happy.

Flexible shifts with guaranteed hours, driving is required, full training is provided, and a uniform is supplied. Competitive pay and travel time enhancement apply, with opportunities for progression in a friendly home-care team.

Qualifications

• Driving Licence required.
• No prior care experience needed - training provided.
• Ability to pass a DBS check and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks such as personal care, dressing, and meals.
• Support with light household duties, such as cleaning, shopping, and tidying.
• Provide companionship and social interaction.
• Assist clients with outings, day trips, and hobbies.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Flexible

Job description

Job Description

Are you caring and reliable?

Do you want a job that fits around your life, with guaranteed hours and no concerns about redundancy? If you drive (car, motorbike, or moped), we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Care Assistant at Care at Home Services, you will make a real difference in people's lives. You'll support clients with everyday tasks like getting washed and dressed, having breakfast, going shopping, doing housework, enjoying day trips, and, most importantly, providing companionship. This is a rewarding role where you are paid to help others feel safe, cared for, and happy.

Hours

• Various shifts available: mornings, school runs, and evenings - very flexible patterns.
• Early mornings? You could work 7am to 10am and have the rest of your day free.
• Evenings? Working from 6pm to 10pm could be perfect if you have small children or other commitments.
• Full-time positions are also available.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks such as personal care, dressing, and meals.
• Support with light household duties, such as cleaning, shopping, and tidying.
• Provide companionship and social interaction.
• Assist clients with outings, day trips, and hobbies.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hour contracts - Enjoy peace of mind with a stable income.
• Competitive pay: £15.00 per hour, including travel time enhancement and petrol allowance (petrol allowance element also tax-free), with higher rates for bank holidays and Christmas.
• 28 days pro-rata paid holiday, with additional leave after 5 years of service.
• Full uniform and training provided.
• Mobile phone for work use.
• Enhanced PPE (masks, gloves, aprons, face shield, and sanitiser) provided for your safety.
• Yearly pay rise - We believe in rewarding hard work and commitment.

Requirements

• Driving Licence: Required (car, motorbike, or moped).
• No prior care experience needed - our first-class training will ensure you have the skills and confidence to start the role.
• Ability to pass a DBS check and provide references.

Work Setting

This is a homecare role, where you'll travel to clients' homes in the community. You must be comfortable working independently while following care plans and adhering to health and safety guidelines.

We're Looking for People Who Are

• Caring, compassionate, and reliable.
• Flexible and willing to work mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Comfortable working with clients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Able to drive (car, motorbike, or moped).

Job Types

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Permanent

Benefits

• Flexitime
• On-site parking

Rolled-up pay rate

B238