Care Assistant

Caremark; Tye; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Flexible hours

Free training

Uniform & PPE

Career progression

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Caremark Portsmouth & Havant is looking for Care Assistants to provide personalised home care in Emsworth, Hayling Island, Portsmouth and Havant. You’ll support clients to live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes, travelling within the designated area as needed.

The role requires a caring, reliable, and flexible approach, with full induction and ongoing free training. A UK driving licence is required to join our friendly team with excellent pay and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Caring, kind, and sensitive nature.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience welcome but not essential – full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Washing, bathing & dressing
• Shopping & meal preparation
• Prompting and support with medication
• Support with daily routines and wellbeing
• Respite services
• Companionship
• Socialising and leisure activities
• Helping customers access their local community

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Flexible

Good communication

Job description

We’re looking for warm, compassionate and reliable Care Assistants in the areas of Emsworth, Havant, Hayling Island and Portsmouth to help people live safely, comfortably, independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Do you have a wonderful, caring nature and a real passion for helping others? Why not turn your big heart into a career with Caremark Portsmouth & Havant?

We recruit on personality, not experience, which means you just need to bring your big heart, as we’ll supply all the training needed to help you succeed.

If you’re seeking meaningful work where you feel valued every day, our friendly and supportive team would love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a care assistant in our local area, you’ll provide personalised, one-to-one care in customers’ homes, respecting their individuality and promoting independence. You’ll travel within a designated area such as Emsworth, Hayling Island, or Portsmouth, delivering care and support as agreed between the customer and Caremark Portsmouth & Havant.

You will play a vital role in supporting people who need additional help due to age, illness, disability, or long-term health conditions. The care you provide is equal to what a family member would offer, with the added benefit of full training and quality standards.

Location: Emsworth, Hayling Island, Portsmouth & Havant
Salary: 13.60
Hours: Flexible, Full-time, Part-time.

We’re looking for warm, compassionate and reliable Care Assistants in the areas of Emsworth, Havant, Hayling Island and Portsmouth to help people live safely, comfortably, independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Do you have a wonderful, caring nature and a real passion for helping others? Why not turn your big heart into a career with Caremark Portsmouth & Havant?

We recruit on personality, not experience, which means you just need to bring your big heart, as we’ll supply all the training needed to help you succeed.

If you’re seeking meaningful work where you feel valued every day, our friendly and supportive team would love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a care assistant in our local area, you’ll provide personalised, one-to-one care in customers’ homes, respecting their individuality and promoting independence. You’ll travel within a designated area such as Emsworth, Hayling Island, or Portsmouth, delivering care and support as agreed between the customer and Caremark Portsmouth & Havant.

You will play a vital role in supporting people who need additional help due to age, illness, disability, or long-term health conditions. The care you provide is equal to what a family member would offer, with the added benefit of full training and quality standards.

Care Assistant with Older Customer

What You’ll Be Supporting With as a Care Assistant in Portsmouth & Havant:

• Washing, bathing & dressing
• Shopping & meal preparation
• Prompting and support with medication
• Support with daily routines and wellbeing
• Respite services
• Companionship
• Socialising and leisure activities
• Helping customers access their local community

We’re Looking For:

• Caring, kind, and sensitive nature
• Reliable, organised, and self‑motivated
• Flexible and adaptable
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to high standards of care
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience welcome but not essential – full training provided

You’ll Receive:

• Excellent pay rates – £13.60 per hour
• Rolled up Holiday Pay – taking your hourly rate to £15.24 per hour
• Bank holiday rate up to £19.72 and Christmas at up to £21.60
• Access to our pension scheme
• Flexible hours to suit you
• Shifts allocated in advance
• Full induction and ongoing free training
• Free uniform & PPE Supplies
• Supportive teamwork structure and regular team meetings
• Friendly, professional support in the field and office
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Blue Light Card

Why Join Caremark Portsmouth & Havant?

At Caremark Portsmouth & Havant, you’re never just a number. We listen, we support, and we invest in our people because great care starts with a great team. Whether you’re starting your care career or looking to take the next step, we provide the development, training, and progression opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

We can only accept applications from candidates who own their own vehicle and have a valid UK driving licence.