Care Assistant / Care Worker

Workforce Personnel; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates

Holiday pay

Free uniform

Flexible working hours

24/7 support from experienced team

Opportunities across care settings

Rewarding role with real impact

Job summary

Workforce Personnel are recruiting Care Assistants / Care Workers to support residential and nursing homes across Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire. You will provide personal care, companionship and emotional support to residents, helping improve quality of life.

The role offers flexible shifts and opportunities across various care settings. The position requires 6–12 months UK care experience, excellent communication skills, and a patient, respectful approach to care.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months’ UK care experience (essential)
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, earlies, and lates
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
• Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training
• The ability to provide satisfactory references

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
• Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies
• Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
• Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents
• Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities
• Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?

Workforce Personnel are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Care Assistants / Care Workers to support a variety of residential and nursing homes across Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire.

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs, including elderly care, mental health, and learning disabilities. You’ll play a vital role in improving residents’ quality of life through personal care, companionship, and emotional support.

Key Responsibilities

• As a Care Assistant / Care Worker, your duties may include:
• Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
• Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies
• Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
• Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents
• Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities
• Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care

Requirements

• To be considered for this role, you must have:
• 6–12 months’ UK care experience (essential)
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, earlies, and lates
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
• Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training
• The ability to provide satisfactory references

What We Offer

• Excellent pay rates
• Holiday pay
• Free uniform
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• 24/7 support from a friendly and experienced team
• Opportunities across a variety of care settings
• A rewarding role where you can make a real and lasting impact

Important Information

Please note: We do not offer Certificates of Sponsorship for this role.