Care Assistant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care company in Oxford is seeking compassionate hourly carers to support clients in their homes. Responsibilities include providing personal care and assisting with daily tasks. The role offers flexible hours with guaranteed contracts and excellent pay rates above the living wage. Must be a driver with access to a vehicle. Join a rewarding environment that values diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours contract

Mileage payment

Enhanced weekend rate

Access to free ongoing training

Weekly pay

Double pay on bank holidays

Supportive environment and mentorship

Qualifications

• Must have access to your own vehicle.
• Ability to support clients with personal care and household tasks.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and personal care to clients.
• Assist with household tasks and errands.
• Help clients live independently in their own homes.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Driving

Local knowledge

Job description

Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact as a visiting carer, in a warm and supportive environment? If you’re a caring person who enjoys supporting others' we'd love to hear from you! Step into care with confidence, we provide full support and training.

Due to where our clients live you’ll also need to be a driver with access to your own vehicle.

Why join us?

At Oxford Aunt we recognise and appreciate the dedicated efforts of our care assistants by offering rewards for your hard work. Not only will you receive excellent pay rates above the living wage and an enhanced weekend rate, you will also receive:

- A guaranteed hours contract - depending on your availability, we’ll offer you between 5 to 30 hours guaranteed per week
- Minimum call time of 1 hour, so you have the time to care for your client
- You’ll be paid 45p a mile plus your time travelling
- Annual salary review
- Open door policy and supportive environment - visit the office to see us and enjoy a free refreshment in a workplace that encourages personal and professional growth, with mentorship and training opportunities
- Lots of support from senior carers and field care supervisors
- Receive pay weekly
- Double pay on bank holidays
- Access to free ongoing training including diploma in health and social care
- Access to an assistance programme - supporting you in times of need
- Comprehensive training programme to support those new to care
- FREE Enhanced DBS at induction
- Peer lead steering groups, including LGBTQ+, Ethnicity and Culture and Neurodiversity
- We’re a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer

“I was really nervous at first, but I immediately felt welcomed during the interview. I was able to express myself openly, and the training has been exceptional.“ Hourly Carer

About you:

As an hourly carer with Oxford Aunts, you’ll provide support, companionship, and personal care to clients in Oxfordshire, helping them live independently in their own homes. Your duties will include personal care, household tasks, supporting mobility, and running errands like shopping or collecting prescriptions therefore a licence with access to your own vehicle is essential! Local knowledge is a plus as you’ll help clients stay connected with their community.

Join our team of local carers at Oxford Aunts today!

We’re committed to diversity and inclusivity, believing it drives excellence and reflects the communities we serve. We’ve proudly launched our Neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ steering groups to further promote inclusivity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.