Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Stotfold; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Paid mileage and local work opportunities

Paid training – online and face‑to‑face

Career progression and self‑development opportunities

Flexible working – full or part time

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Pension scheme and Death in Service Payment

Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts)

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend bonus (£300 per referral)

Access to well‑being and benefits platform

Work with the largest care company in the UK

Job summary

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd in Stotfold is seeking Care Assistants to join their friendly team in Biggleswade. The role involves providing vital care and support in clients' homes, enhancing their quality of life through personal care and companionship.

Candidates will receive full training, making this position ideal for those with compassion and a desire to learn. Benefits include 28 days annual leave, paid mileage, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Compassion and respect for others are vital for this role.
• Right to work in the UK is required.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care and support in clients' homes.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and mobility.
• Ensure safety and emotional support for clients.

Skills

Compassion and respect for others

Eagerness to learn

Resilience

Job description

Care Assistants – Join Our Friendly Team in our Biggleswade Offices

At Sage Care, every day is different. Every day gives you the chance to do meaningful, rewarding work that truly changes people’s lives.

We’re currently recruiting full‑time and part‑time Care Assistants to join our dedicated team supporting service users across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas, working close to home in our vibrant communities.

Job Description

The role is to support clients by following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.

Responsibilities

As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients.

• Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
• Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
• Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
• Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
• Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
• Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships
• Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
• Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
• Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
• Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections
• Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, listening
• Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments and acting quickly when needed
• Collaboration – working closely with colleagues, professionals, and families

Qualifications

Experience isn’t essential – we’ll provide full training. What matters is your compassion, resilience, and eagerness to learn.

• Compassion and respect for others
• The right to work in the UK
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (especially in rural areas)

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Paid mileage and local work opportunities
• Paid training – online and face‑to‑face
• Career progression and self‑development opportunities
• Flexible working – full or part time
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Pension scheme and Death in Service Payment
• Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend bonus (£300 per referral)
• Access to well‑being and benefits platform
• Work with the largest care company in the UK

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.