Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Hungerford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role offers the flexibility to work various shift patterns, making it perfect for those looking to balance work with their lifestyle. You'll be providing essential support to individuals in their homes, ensuring they maintain their independence and well-being. With opportunities for career development, including nationally recognized qualifications, this position not only allows you to make a positive impact on others' lives but also supports your personal growth. Join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional care.

Benefits

Paid mileage of 35p per mile

Early Pay App

Referral bonus up to £100

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Support for recognized qualifications

FREE Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care.
• Assist with mobility and medical support.
• Help with household tasks and errands.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Care Certificate

NVQs

Job description

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Since 1989, we’ve supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about care and want to help others join our amazing teams. We don’t require previous social care experience, but we do need you to have the Right to Work in the UK , as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you’re looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle, there are various shift patterns available, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App – request up to 50% of your pay in advance of payday
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us, giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us—if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card – national discount card for hundreds of retailers

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted, and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care such as showering, bathing, and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping with household tasks like cleaning, cooking, and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions