Care Assistant

Hales Home Care; Thorne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local home care provider in Thorne seeks a caring and reliable Care Assistant to support the community. Responsibilities include providing personal care, assisting with daily tasks, and offering companionship. Ideal candidates are passionate about helping others and have strong communication skills. Competitive salary at £12.71 per hour plus benefits including paid training and recognition schemes. Join us in making a difference!

Benefits

Pension scheme and paid holidays

Free uniform and PPE

Early Pay access

FREE Blue Light Card

Reward schemes

Well-being programme

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping others and delivering high-quality care.
• Reliable, honest, and able to work as a team.
• No prior experience necessary, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care with dignity and respect.
• Assist with daily living tasks and medication routines.
• Offer companionship and social interaction.

Skills

Compassionate support

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

We are looking for kind, reliable and caring individuals to join our team as a Care Assistant in Doncaster. If you're ready to support your local community and make a real difference in the lives of the people we care for, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and continence care – always with dignity and respect.
• Assist with daily living tasks, such as preparing nutritious meals, light housekeeping, and occasional shopping to help maintain a comfortable home environment.
• Support with medication routines, ensuring individuals receive the right help at the right time, with full training provided.
• Offer meaningful companionship, bringing warmth, reassurance, and social interaction to brighten someone's day.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Care Assistant is passionate about helping others and committed to delivering high‑quality care and support. You will be a reliable and honest team player with strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to ensure accurate record‑keeping. While previous experience in care, hospitality, retail, or customer service is welcomed, it is not essential – we value the right attitude and a willingness to learn. Most importantly, you will share our values: a commitment to positive change, trust, professional excellence, and delivering personalised care.

Salary and Hours

Salary: £12.71 per hour + mileage at £0.30 per mile & travel time at £12.21 per hour

Hours: 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm, 4/3 shift pattern (Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun, Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri)

Requirements

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is ideal but not essential.

Walking routes are available.

No experience necessary – paid training and induction to ensure you feel confident in your role.

Benefits

• Pension scheme and paid holidays
• Free uniform and PPE
• Early Pay access with Hastee
• FREE Blue Light Card – exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers
• Reward and recognition schemes: Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
• Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes
• External 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

Join Us

Start a rewarding career in care with Hales Homecare Doncaster, Referral Bonuses up to £517.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of those we care for. Your support can bring warmth and reassurance to someone's day. Apply today and become part of our team.

Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.