Care Assistant

Optimo Care Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional care provider in Sheffield is seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Service Providers. This role involves assisting individuals with personal care needs, medication administration, and promoting independence. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and a caring attitude. Full training is provided and various working hours are available, accommodating a work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression

Supportive Team Environment

Employee Assistance Program

£250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• A commitment to putting people first.
• Driving licence and own vehicle essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs.
• Assisting with medication administration.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Choices Homecare are seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Service Providers for our locations across the Sheffield region. Supporting individuals independently to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own home and community, empowering them to live the life they choose. If you can demonstrate a compassionate, caring and ‘can do’ attitude then join a team that values people always.

About Choices Homecare We are seeking Care Service Providers who will embody our PRIDE values and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference. Choices Homecare are proudly part of the Optimo Care Group that supports service users across the UK with over 1,500 dedicated employees and a strong presence across multiple regions. We collaborate closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver outcome-focused care.

Working hours: A flexible approach is required for rotas which are operational 7 days a week between 06:00 - 22:00

Location: Sheffield

Key Responsibilities of a Care Service Provider

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation in line with care plans.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating and drinking where required.
• Promoting independence and encouraging service users to engage in daily living tasks.
• Building positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Supporting emotional well-being and recognising signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in the home.
• Respecting confidentiality and always maintaining professional boundaries.

What You’ll Need

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• A commitment to putting people first.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience preferred but not essential - full training provided.
• Driving licence and own vehicle essential (We pay 30p per mile fuel allowance).
• Weekend availability (alternative weekends or 1 day per weekend).

Benefits of Working with Choices Homecare

• Flexible Working: Full-time, part time or permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway - Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Receive a £250 bonus when you refer someone who successfully joins the team.

Our PRIDE Values

• PERSON CENTRED - Putting the individual at the heart of our service.
• RESPONSIVE - Delivering well-coordinated and planned services that result in effective outcomes for individuals.
• INNOVATIVE - Continuously developing and improving our services to adapt to changing needs.
• DELIGHT - Ensuring every individual service user, customer, commissioner, and stakeholder is delighted by the service we provide.
• ENGAGEMENT - Providing opportunities for staff, service users, and stakeholders to fully engage in the life and direction of our organisation.

To Note

• UK Driving Licence holder with access to a vehicle and the ability to provide business insurance.
• Located within 30mins of advertised locations based on urgency and provision of service to users.
• This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.