Care Assistant

Hales Homecare; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community care provider in Lowestoft seeks compassionate individuals to assist with personal care routines, medication support, and companionship. No previous experience is required as comprehensive paid training will be provided. Ideal candidates should possess a positive attitude, effective communication skills, and a willingness to learn. The role offers a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, guaranteed hours, and various benefits including a mileage allowance and health support. Flexible part-time shifts available.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Generous mileage allowance

Early Pay access

FREE Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend bonus

Reward and Recognition schemes

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Pension scheme

Free uniform & PPE

Well-being Programme

Qualifications

• No experience necessary as paid training is provided.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care routines.
• Support medication and meal preparation.
• Help with light domestic tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Reliability

Positive attitude

Verbal communication

Written communication

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.

• 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

• 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

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.

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour + mileage at £0.30 per mile & travel time at £12.21 per hour
Hours: Variety of shifts available / Weekends / Part Time / 7am-2pm
Week 1: Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Week 2: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri
Areas Covered: Lowestoft, NR32 and NR33
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. Walking routes available.

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.

Benefits

• 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

Training & Career Development

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

• Paid, comprehensive training
• 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.