Care Assistant

St Jude's Care Ltd; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pool car

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend

Flexible hours

Care Certificate training

Qualifications access

Career progression

Care Manager support

Blue Light Discounts

Client introductions

No experience needed

Job summary

St Jude’s Care is a family‑run care provider delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care across Weymouth and the South West of England. We seek compassionate people to join as Domiciliary Care Assistants, visiting clients at home and delivering practical care with kindness and respect.

You will travel between clients’ homes, provide personal care and companionship, and help people remain independent in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Be kind, compassionate and respectful, with a genuine desire to support others.
• Person-centred approach; treat everyone with dignity and empathy.
• Reliable, professional and committed to delivering high‑quality care.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with clients, families and colleagues.
• Able to work independently while also being part of a supportive team.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the people we support.
• Have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.
• Able to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Caring

Reliability

Empathy

Communication

Independence

Flexibility

UK work right

Driving licence

Weekend availability

Job description

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.

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

About You – The Ideal Candidate

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 will:

• 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.

Why Work for St Jude’s Care?

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 include:

• 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
• Access to Blue Light Discounts
• Paid introductions to every client, never arrive somewhere new without support from our Dedicated Care Managers
• No previous experience required as full training is provided. You will need a Full Driving licence
• To be discussed at the Interview / Next stage – Competitive rate (dependent on experience)