Care assistant

Ashridge Home Care; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Maidenhead is seeking domiciliary care assistants to provide high-quality, person-centred care. The role involves helping clients with personal care, medication, and companionship. Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license and compassion for others. Competitive pay of £14.50 per hour and benefits such as bonuses and paid training. This position is on-site and requires the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Excellent pay

Rewarding bonuses

Paid induction and ongoing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid holidays

NEST pension scheme

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and access to your own car.
• Experience in a care role is beneficial, but not required.
• Flexibility to work specified shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and hygiene support.
• Safely administer medication.
• Prepare and cook nutritious meals.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Driving skills

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for domiciliary carer assistants to join our visiting care team, providing high-quality, person-centred care in Cookham and surrounding areas.

Please note, you must be a driver with use of a car as our clients live in rural areas not accessible by public transport. You must also have the right to work in the UK without the use of sponsorship.

Our mission is simple: to provide the kind of care we'd want for our own loved ones, focusing on helping people stay safe and happy in the homes and communities they love. If you’re looking to be part of a highly respected team that truly prioritises your wellbeing and empowers you to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us

• Our carers consistently tell us they feel welcomed, supported, and valued, appreciating our knowledgeable and flexible approach. We’re rated "Outstanding" for Caring by the CQC, reflecting our commitment to nurturing our carers and celebrating every success, big or small.

Benefits

• Excellent pay: £14.50 (weekdays) and £16.50 (weekends), with double pay on bank holidays
• Rewarding bonuses: up to £400 for every friend you refer
• Paid induction, care certificate, and ongoing support for level 2 & 3 diplomas in health and social care
• Your own care manager and a friendly office team
• Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support
• 5-star culture and management rating (Indeed) and recognition for live-in care expertise (Home Care Awards)
• Benefits package including paid holidays, travel expenses of 45p per mile, NEST pension scheme, client referral scheme, Blue Light Card

About the role

As an hourly / domiciliary care assistant, you\'ll use your skills and compassion to make a real difference in the lives of our clients. You\'ll provide personalised care during home visits, with calls lasting a minimum of one hour to ensure quality support and meaningful connections. Your day might involve a variety of meaningful tasks, such as:

• Personal care and hygiene support
• Safely administering medication
• Preparing and cooking nutritious meals
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with household tasks and light gardening
• Running errands, including collecting prescriptions
• Supporting mobility and transfers
• Transporting clients to appointments and social activities
• Helping with pet care

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for compassionate and experienced carers who share our values of trust, compassion, respect, and knowledge. To thrive in this role, you\'ll need:

• A valid driver\'s license and access to your own car – our clients live in rural areas not accessible by public transport
• Previous professional care experience is beneficial but not required — e.g. domiciliary carer, care assistant, support worker, or personal healthcare assistant
• Flexibility to work at least one of the following shifts: 07:00–11:00, 07:00–15:00, 16:00–22:00, 18:00–22:00

Our clients live in Amersham, Marlow, Beaconsfield, the Chalfonts, Wendover, Great Missenden and surrounding areas, so you will need to live near one of these locations.

We do not offer Visa Sponsorship or Certificates of Sponsorship - you must have the right to work in the UK.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.