Care Assistant - Driver Only

The Methodist Church in Britain; Yate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Refer a friend bonus

Mileage paid

Pension scheme

On-demand pay

Training up to QCF level 5

Flexible contracts

Blue Light care discount

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Home Care Assistant to support people in their own homes across daily routines, personal care and companionship. The role includes helping with shopping, meals and light household tasks, with some medication support where needed.

Applicants should have a full UK driving licence and access to a car. Training up to QCF level 5 is provided, with flexible contracts and a welcome bonus on offer.

Qualifications

• Warm, caring and compassionate approach to supporting others.
• Strong people skills and ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Supportive, professional and team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, household tasks and personal care.
• Assist with shopping, meals and companionship.
• Support with medication where required.

Skills

Warm & caring

People skills

Team-focused

Education

QCF Level 5 training

Job description

A home care assistant post with Agincare, a family-owned provider, supporting people in their own homes. The work covers personal care, daily routines, household tasks, shopping, meals and companionship, with some help with medication. The post requires a full UK driving licence, use of a car and alternating weekend availability, and training is provided to those without care experience. Visa sponsorship is not offered, so at least 12 months' right to work must remain.

What the job involves

• Supporting people with daily routines, including household tasks and personal care
• Helping with shopping, preparing nutritious meals and making tea
• Providing companionship, a listening ear and friendly conversation
• Helping with medication

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Warm, caring and compassionate approach to supporting others
• Strong people skills and ability to build meaningful relationships
• Supportive, professional and team-focused mindset

Checks & eligibility

• Full UK driving licence
• Access to own car
• Minimum of 12 months remaining right to work in the UK

Other

• Flexibility to work alternating weekends

What’s offered

• Fully funded professional training and qualifications up to QCF level 5
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• £500 welcome bonus
• Refer a friend scheme, earn up to £1000
• Mileage paid at 32p per mile
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay