Care Assistant

Alina Homecare; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local homecare provider in Hitchin is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver award-winning care in clients' homes. You will support clients with personal care, medication management, and companionship. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a compassionate nature. This role offers competitive pay rates, flexible hours, and paid training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

24/7 wellbeing support

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid holiday & training

Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays

Pension scheme

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Joining bonus

Qualifications

• A responsible, dedicated & flexible approach to your work.
• A driving licence & access to a vehicle.
• No previous experience or qualifications required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver award-winning care to support clients in their own homes.
• Help clients maintain their independence, dignity, and self-worth.
• Perform personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and housekeeping.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Job description

Join Us as a Care Assistant at Alina Homecare Hitchin

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Hitchin. Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Hitchin 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, helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and self-worth. Every day is different!

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

You’ll enjoy…

• Flexible & guaranteed hours - including full & part-time options
• Competitive pay rates - earn up to £15.70
• 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 £250 for every friend that starts with us
• Joining bonus* – up to £250

You’ll need…

• 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

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

Apply now to be part of our fantastic team and make the 'Alina Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!

Job titles: Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Homecare Support Worker