Care Assistant

The Human Support Group Limited; Workington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in Workington is looking for compassionate individuals to join as Care Assistants. This rewarding role involves helping clients with personal care, daily tasks, and promoting their independence. No prior experience is necessary, and comprehensive training will be provided. Join us for career development opportunities and to make a positive impact in clients' lives.

Benefits

Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay

Paid training and shadowing

Uniform and PPE provided

Death in Service Payment

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Career development opportunities

Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• No social care experience is required; we value compassion and the ability to care.
• Resilience and willingness to learn are essential within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with personal care, bathing, dressing, and medication.
• Assist with practical tasks like shopping, mealtimes, and housework.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Willingness to learn

Job description

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Location: Workington and surrounding areas

Pay Rate: £12.50 per hour - £12.80 weekend, plus 30p per mile fuel allowance

Shifts available: Range of shifts available

We’re sorry, but we do not currently offer sponsorship to applicants.

A driving licence and own transport are essential for this role.

What we offer

We’re creating brighter days, fresh challenges, and exciting opportunities. As a Care Assistant at HSG, every day will be different, offering you the chance to do meaningful and rewarding work that makes a real difference to our clients’ lives and your career.

What you’ll get

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Paid training and shadowing
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Death in Service Payment
• Benefits and Well-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Career development opportunities into management or team leadership after gaining experience
• Eligible for Blue Light Card with access to over 15,000 discounts nationwide

Job Description

What you’ll do

Our care assistants are the extraordinary people who do the everyday things that mean so much to our clients. Supporting them to live safer and supported lives in their own homes, you’ll follow individual care plans and assist with personal care, helping clients bathe, dress, manage incontinence, use the toilet, and support with medication. You’ll also help with practical tasks like shopping, mealtimes, and housework.

Qualifications

What you need

No social care experience is required. We value compassion and the ability to care. Resilience, willingness to learn, and developing new skills within a supportive team are essential.