Care Assistant

HCPA; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Hoddesdon seeks a Care Assistant to support clients in their homes. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, medication, and daily activities. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Flexible shifts are available, with competitive pay rates of £14.60 per hour on weekdays and £16.00 per hour on weekends. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Refer a friend scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in Social Care is not needed, full training will be provided.
• Ability to follow individual Care Plans.
• Hold a full UK or International Driving Licence with Business Cover.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to live safely and supported in their home.
• Assist with Personal Care and medication.
• Perform practical tasks like shopping and housekeeping.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilience

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

About the Company

Care By Us provides expert dementia, domiciliary, and specialist care to individuals in their own homes across Hertfordshire and Essex. Our mission is to help people live longer, healthier, and happier lives through our dedicated staff team. We pride ourselves on the outstanding quality of care we deliver, driven by the talent and commitment of our people. As the largest care company in the UK, we leverage innovative technology and smart practices to transform the care industry, offering a world of career opportunities, choice, and security.

We recognize and value the individuality of our service users, tailoring our range of services to meet their specific needs. Our compassionate, family-oriented staff bring years of professional experience and personal life skills to support our clients, ensuring the best quality of life and maximum independence. All employees are thoroughly vetted, police checked, and trained to our high standards, with ongoing training programs to continually enhance their skills and maintain the highest standard of care.

Why should I apply for this Care Assistant job?

We’re creating brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. Plenty of ups, downs, and curveballs. With a career as a Care Assistant at Care By Us, part of City & County, every day will be different to the next. Each will offer you the opportunity to do meaningful and rewarding work that makes a real difference to our clients’ lives and your career.

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Pension scheme
• Benefits and wellbeing platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible shifts, including Mornings, Days, Eveneings Weekdays and Weekends.
• Competitive pay £14.60 per hour for weekdays and £16.00 per hour on weekends
• 30p per mile from one client to the next

What does this Care Assistant job involve?

Hours of Work: 0 Hour Contract

• Supporting Clients to live safer and supported lives in their home.
• Following individual Care Plans
• Assist with Personal Care (Helping clients to bathe, dress, manage incontinence, use the toilet.
• Supporting them with their medication
• Practical tasks such as Shopping, Mealtimes and Housework.

Am I the right person for this Care Assistant job?

• Experience in Social Care is not needed, full training would be provided
• To be a compassionate
• resilient
• Willing to learn new skills
• Ability to work as part of a close-knit team
• Hold a full UK or International Driving Licence with Business Cover