Care Assistant

Routes Healthcare; Warrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A homecare service provider in Knutsford is seeking dedicated Home Care Workers to provide personal care and support to clients in their homes. The successful candidates must have a valid UK driving license and vehicle access, with a strong commitment to compassionate and reliable care. The role includes travel between clients and offers various shifts, including full-time and part-time. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

£14.57 per hour (Inclusive Of Holiday Pay)

30p per mile between client visits

Staff referral bonuses up to £250

Supportive, professional working culture

Exclusive local discounts with partnerships

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Compassion, reliability, and commitment to excellent care.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality personal care in clients’ homes.
• Supporting with medication and accurate documentation.
• Assisting with meal preparation and hydration.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Travelling between clients throughout your shift.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Knutsford & Surrounding Areas

Role: Home Care Worker (Driver with Own Vehicle)

Service Type: Home Care

Pay Rate: £14.57 per hour (Inclusive Of Holiday Pay) + 30p per mile

About Us

Routes Healthcare is proud to be opening a brand-new branch in Knutsford, dedicated exclusively to delivering high-quality homecare with a difference. As a care company we focus on providing personalised, consistent, compassionate support that enables people to live safely and independently at home. Our new branch is built on quality, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

About the Role

As a Home Care Worker, you will be the most important part in the success of this new business, you will be visiting clients with a wide range of care needs, always delivering care with dignity, respect, and attention to detail. You will travel between clients’ homes throughout your shift, providing person‑centred care that supports comfort, wellbeing, and independence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing high-quality personal care in clients’ homes
• Supporting with medication and accurate documentation
• Assisting with meal preparation and hydration
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Working independently or within a paired team where required
• Travelling between clients throughout your shift
• Delivering care tailored to individual needs, preferences, and goals

We support clients with a range of needs, including long-term conditions, and palliative support.

Training & Career Development

• Access to the Routes Academy training and development programme
• Ongoing training and regular professional development
• Opportunities to progress into senior roles, coordinator positions, or specialist care roles
• Grow with the business—our new branch offers real progression for the right candidates
• Supportive coaching and clear development pathways

Quality & Support

• A branch dedicated to high-quality home care, who genuinely put their employees and client’s needs as a priority.
• 24/7 on‑call support from an experienced management team
• No agency staff—work within a consistent, employed team

Pay & Benefits

• £14.57 per hour (Inclusive Of Holiday Pay)
• 30p per mile between client visits
• Staff referral bonuses up to £250
• Supportive, professional working culture
• Exclusive local discounts through partnerships with Knutsford high street businesses

What You Need

Essential:

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Compassion, reliability, and commitment to excellent care

Desirable:

• 3+ months paid UK care experience
• (If new to care, ask about joining our Care Cadet programme.)

Flexible Working Options

We offer full-time and part-time hours, with weekday and weekend shifts available. Shifts are allocated based on client needs and your availability.

Ready to Join Our New Knutsford Team?

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional homecare and want to be part of a growing branch with real career potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and speak to our friendly recruitment team about routes and hours available.

Routes Healthcare is committed to making lives better through exceptional homecare services