Care Assistant - Evenings and weekends

ALCEDO CARE LIMITED; Darwen; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction

Bank holiday rates

Mileage allowance

Flexible hours

Wellbeing support

NVQ funding

Job summary

Alcedo Care Preston is looking for a Care Assistant to support people in their own homes across Preston and nearby areas. You will help with personal care, meals and daily tasks, while encouraging independence and wellbeing.

No prior care experience is required as full training is provided. We offer flexible hours (20–40 per week), a free DBS check, driver-friendly roles with mileage support, and competitive pay (£13.40–£15.75 per hour) plus pension and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work.
• No care experience required; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including washing, dressing and continence support
• Medication support and meal preparation
• Household tasks and assistance with daily routines
• Encouraging independence and supporting people to achieve their goals
• Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Join Alcedo Care Preston as a Care Assistant, supporting people in their own homes across Preston, Fulwood, Penwortham, Bamber Bridge, Lostock Hall, Walton-le-Dale, Leyland and surrounding areas. We also welcome applications from drivers based in Cottam, Ingol, Ribbleton, Farington, Longton, New Longton, Longridge, Croston and nearby communities.

To apply, you must:

• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work

Excellent rates of pay £13.40 - £15.75 per hour + Pension + Holiday Pay (equivalent to £15.02 - £17.65 per hour including holiday pay & pension)

We are offering a free DBS check! Immediate interviews available - let's fast-track your application!

Expected average hours - 20 to 40 hours plus per week.

Do you have a caring nature and a passion for helping others live safely and independently in their own homes? If so, we’d love you to join our award-winning team at Alcedo Care.

Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years. You'll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

Benefits of joining Alcedo Care:

• Paid induction training
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time and casual)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support
• Opportunities to complete funded NVQs through our Rising Stars programme

We're proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 25 branches across the North-West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in‑house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Care Assistant and have been recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award.

The role involves:

• Personal care including washing, dressing and continence support
• Medication support and meal preparation
• Household tasks and assistance with daily routines
• Encouraging independence and supporting people to achieve their goals
• Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support

No previous care experience is required as full training will be provided to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the role.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, we'd love to hear from you.