Care Assistant

Halescare

Huntingdon

On-site

GBP 13,876 - 19,764

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid travel time

Generous mileage allowance

Health and Financial Well-being Support

Comprehensive Well-being Programme

Free uniform & PPE

Job summary

A community care provider in Huntingdon is seeking a Home Care Assistant to help individuals live independently at home. This role involves assisting with personal care, medication management, and providing companionship. No prior experience is required as paid training will be provided. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Employees will enjoy guaranteed hours, a generous mileage allowance, and various well-being perks. Start your career today with a commitment to making lives better.

Qualifications

A full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required.
Passionate about helping others and committed to high-quality care.
Must have a positive attitude and be a reliable team player.

Responsibilities

Assist with personal care routines like washing and dressing.
Support medication management and meal preparation.
Help with light domestic tasks and provide companionship.
Deliver emotional support to individuals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Honesty and reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Ready for a fresh start in 2026? Turn compassion into a career with Hales Homecare! No experience is needed as paid training via our own Internal Training Team is provided.

Home Care Assistant
Based in Huntingdon
Hours: 7am-3pm & 3pm-11pm
No experience necessary – paid training and induction to ensure you feel confident in your role.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.

TO APPLY, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS REQUIRING A TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP.

At Hales Homecare, we offer more than just care – we provide career opportunities, job security, superb benefits and the chance to change lives every day .

Your Role as a Home Care Assistant

As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support individuals in Huntingdonto live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Every visit is an opportunity to make someone’s day brighter and yours more fulfilling.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting with personal care routines (washing, dressing, toileting)
Supporting medication and meal preparation
Helping with light domestic tasks and grocery needs
Providing companionship and emotional support

To apply, you will need to be:

Passionate about helping others and committed to delivering high-quality care and support
A reliable and honest team player with a positive attitude
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
No experience necessary, we have had people join from hospitality, retail, and customer service backgrounds
Willingness to learn and develop new skills

What We Offer – More Than Just Care

Your Hales Perks include:

Guaranteed hours
Paid travel time
Generous mileage allowance – 30p per mile
Early Pay access with Hastee
FREE Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers
Refer a Friend bonus up to £517
Reward and Recognition schemes – Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
Enhanced bank holiday rates
Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes
Pension scheme & subsidised insurance
Free uniform & PPE
Comprehensive Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app
Health and Financial Well-being Support

Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we provide:

Ongoing coaching and support
Funded qualifications & apprenticeships
Clear progression routes – many of our Care Assistants advance to Senior Carer, Team Leader or Management roles

Start your career in care. Apply today and find out why at Hales Homecare, it’s more than just care, it’s a career.

About Us

Since 1999, Hales Homecare has been committed to delivering technology-enabled, person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community. We value our staff and provide the tools and support needed for success.

Please note: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.

To complete your application,you’llbe taken to the Hales Care Recruitment Page to complete a short registration. This step is essential to progress your application and is completely secure.

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