Care Assistant

Alina Homecare; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Heybridge is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver award-winning care to clients in their homes. This role offers flexible hours, a competitive salary up to £14.95, and training opportunities. The ideal candidate should have a compassionate attitude and be ready to assist with personal care, medication, and companionship. Additional benefits include a £500 joining bonus, paid mileage, and enhanced weekend rates.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Joining Bonus (£500)

24/7 wellbeing support

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid mileage

Paid holiday and training

Enhanced pay for weekends and holidays

Pension scheme

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Driving licence & access to a vehicle is required.
• No previous experience or qualifications needed as training is provided.
• Candidates must have proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to prevent loneliness.
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Collect prescriptions and provide medication reminders.
• Prepare meals and assist with mealtimes.
• Help keep homes tidy and organized.
• Support clients with mobility and getting around.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Flexible approach

Job description

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Maldon.

Key Qualities

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion & a positive attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work
• A driving licence & access to a vehicle

You’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Alina Homecare Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver our high standards of quality care so previous experience or qualifications aren’t required. All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Maldon and surrounding areas. Bring your caring and compassionate attitude to our fantastic Team. As an Alina Homecare Care Assistant, you’ll deliver award‑winning care to support our clients in their own homes to maintain their independence, dignity and self‑worth. Every day is different!

Responsibilities

You’ll help with:

• Companionship - being a friendly face & preventing loneliness
• Personal Care - all aspects of personal hygiene
• Medication - collecting prescriptions & providing reminders
• Mealtimes - preparing tasty meals
• Housekeeping - keeping their home just the way they like it
• Mobility - help with getting around

Benefits & Compensation

You’ll enjoy:

• Flexible & guaranteed hours - including full & part time hours
• Competitive payrates - earn up to £14.95
• Joining Bonus - £500
• 24/7 wellbeing support - nurturing your mental health
• Exclusive staff discounts - big deals on top brands
• Self development - career opportunities if you want
• Local work & paid mileage -short commutes helping local people (Mileage paid every two weeks)
• Paid holiday & training - to support your career
• Enhanced pay - for weekends & bank holidays
• Pension - to help prepare for your future
• Refer-a-Friend scheme - earn £500 for every friend that starts with us