Care Assistant

Dales Community Care; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in Long Lee is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support individuals with personal care, medication, and companionship. This role offers a competitive hourly wage, flexible shifts, and various employee perks. The ideal candidate should have a full UK driving license and a genuine passion for helping others, ensuring a positive impact on the lives of clients.

Benefits

Wellbeing support – free counselling and resources

Employee discount scheme

L.O.V.E. recognition scheme

Surprise gifts of kindness

"In The Loop" team app

Fully paid DBS check

Comprehensive training

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme - £500

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.
• Ability to assist with personal care while promoting dignity and independence.
• Support with medication and health monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks.
• Support medication administration and health checks.
• Prepare meals and assist with nutritional needs.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Dependability

Communication

Basic Cooking

Job description

Care Assistant

Shift patterns 7am – 2pm and 4pm 10pm (alternate weekends)

£13.50ph Monday – Fridays and £14.00ph Saturday and Sunday.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.

• Please Note: We arenot offering visa sponsorshipsfor this position. Applicants must have the right to work in UK at the time of application

Make a Real Difference in Your Community

Do you have a kind heart and a passion for helping others?

At Dales Community Care, every visit you make changes a life. We’re looking for compassionate, dependable care assistants to join our caring team. If you're ready to bring comfort, dignity, and connection into someone’s day – this is the role for you.

Your Role Includes :

• Assisting with personal care while promoting dignity and independence
• Supporting with medication and health monitoring
• Preparing meals and supporting nutritional needs
• Light domestic help to maintain a safe home
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Communicating with families and healthcare professionals

Why You'll Love Working With Us :

• Wellbeing support – free face-to-face counselling, helplines, and online resources
• Employee discount scheme – save on groceries, fuel, and everyday essentials
• L.O.V.E. recognition scheme – rewards for outstanding contributions
• Surprise gifts of kindness – to brighten your year
• "In The Loop" team app – stay connected, informed, and supported
• Fully paid DBS check
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for career development
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme - £500

For more information, call our friendly recruitment team today on 01484 629935 or, apply now and start changing lives – including your own!