Care Assistant

St Judes Care; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Company pool car for all visits

Optional pension scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Flexible working patterns

Induction training and ongoing courses

Care Qualifications access

Career progression opportunities

Dedicated Care Manager and supervision

24/7 support

Job summary

St Jude's Care is seeking a Domiciliary Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes across Weymouth and surrounding areas. You’ll deliver person-centred care, help with daily routines, meals, hydration and companionship to help people stay safe and independent.

You’ll travel between visits using the company pool car, receive full induction and ongoing training, and join a supportive, family-run team that values respect, reliability and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a compassionate, person-centred approach to care.
• Reliable and professional attitude; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication with clients, families and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and practical support per care plans.
• Prompt or administer medications safely and appropriately.
• Prepare meals and support hydration and nutrition.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Support independence after illness or hospital discharge.
• Assist with daily routines and encourage engagement.
• Travel between clients' homes using a company pool car.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Person-centred

Clear communication

Independent worker

Flexible

UK driving licence

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

As a Domiciliary Care Worker, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred support to people in their own homes, travelling from visit to visit and making a meaningful difference throughout the day. You'll offer practical care alongside kindness, reassurance and companionship, supporting a variety of individuals to remain independent, safe and comfortable in their own homes.

The Role

As a Domiciliary Care Assistant, you'll support clients in their own homes across Weymouth and the surrounding areas, delivering high-quality, person-centred care that helps people live safely, comfortably and independently.

• Delivering personal care and practical support in line with individual care plans
• Prompting or administering medication safely and appropriately
• Preparing meals and supporting hydration and nutrition
• Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support
• Supporting people to regain or maintain independence following illness or hospital discharge
• Assisting with daily routines and encouraging active involvement wherever possible
• Travelling between clients' homes using a company pool car, with planned time between visits to rest, recharge, or enjoy the local area

Every visit matters. Your support will play a vital role in helping people remain confident, independent and cared for in the place they call home.

We're looking for caring, reliable individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives. At St Jude's Care, attitude and values are just as important as experience.

The Ideal Candidate

• Be kind, compassionate and respectful, with a genuine desire to support others
• Have a person-centred approach and treat everyone with dignity and empathy
• Be reliable, professional and committed to delivering high-quality care
• Communicate clearly and confidently with clients, families and colleagues
• Be able to work independently while also being part of a supportive team
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the people we support
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Have a full UK Driving Licence (no car needed, as pool car's provided)
• Able to work every other weekend
• Previous experience in care is welcomed but not always essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided to the right candidates. What matters most is your willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to supporting people to live safely and independently.

St Jude's Care is a family-run care provider delivering high-quality, person-centred care across the South West of England. We provide live-in care, domiciliary care, and supported living, supporting people to live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes.

We pride ourselves on combining professional standards with a genuine personal touch. Every branch of St Jude's Care is rated Good by the CQC, reflecting our commitment to safe, compassionate and reliable care.

As a family-run organisation, we value strong relationships with the people we support and with our staff. Our carers are at the heart of what we do, and we work hard to ensure they feel supported, respected and part of the St Jude's Care family.

At St Jude's Care, we believe that caring for others starts with caring for our staff. We are proud to offer a supportive, family-run environment where you are valued, listened to, and given the tools you need to do your best work.

Our Benefits

• Competitive pay rates, with enhanced Bank Holiday rates and accrued holiday pay
• Use of a Company Pool car for all visits (you dont pay any mileage!)
• Optional company pension scheme, including Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexible working patterns and agreed rotas to support a healthy work-life balance
• Full induction training to Care Certificate level, with ongoing training and development which is all paid
• Access to nationally recognised qualifications, including Health & Social Care Level 2 and Level 3
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
• A dedicated Care Manager and regular supervision
• 24/7 support, including out-of-hours emergency support
• Access to Blue Light Discounts
• Paid introductions to every client, never arrive somewhere new without support from our Dedicated Care Managers