Care Assistant-Evenings & Weekends

Optimo Care Group; Halifax; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance 30p per mile

Full training provided

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Choices Homecare is seeking Evening and Weekend Care Assistants to support clients across the Calderdale area. You will work 4pm–10pm, Monday to Sunday, with hours flexible to cover 16 hours per week. The role offers mileage reimbursement at 30p per mile and a rate of pay of £13.65 per hour.

As part of the Optimo Care Group, we provide full training, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team environment across the UK.

Qualifications

• Care experience preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to complete training provided.
• UK driving licence and access to own vehicle for some routes.

Responsibilities

• Support people with personal care including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assist with medication administration and accurate documentation.
• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking when needed.
• Encourage independence and support people with daily living tasks.
• Build positive relationships with service users and their families.
• Support emotional wellbeing and identify changes in behaviour or needs.
• Keep accurate records and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
• Respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries at all times.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Job description

Choices Homecare are seeking Evening and Weekend Care Assistants f for our clients in locations across the Calderdale area. Covering the hours of 4pm - 10pm Monday - Sunday.

Rate of Pay: £13.65 per hour

Flexible full-time and part-time hours available

Mileage allowance, and genuine career progression

Why join Choices Homecare

Choices Homecare is part of the Optimo Care Group, supporting people across the UK through compassionate, outcome-focused care. We work closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver high-quality support in the community.

What We Offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time hours
• Rotas provided in advance on a 2-week rolling patterngiving you the flexibility to share your preferred days of work
• Full training provided, so experience is welcome but not essential
• Ongoing development through the Optimo Learning Academy
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Supportive team environment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Reward Gateway discounts and recognition platform
• £500 refer-a-friend scheme
• 30p per mile mileage - the company will give you 30 pence for every mile you drive between client visits to help cover your petrol and vehicle wear-and-tear

What To Expect In This Role

Care is delivered 7 days a week between 07:00 and 23:00 We are specifically seeking evening and weekend workers. This is to cover the hours of 4pm - 10pm Monday - Sunday.

We ask for a minimum of 16 hours per week.

This role is paid for care delivery time, with mileage reimbursed between calls at 30p per mile.

What You Will Do

• Support people with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting
• Assist with medication administration and accurate documentation
• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking when needed
• Encourage independence and support people with daily living tasks
• Build positive relationships with service users and their families
• Support emotional wellbeing and identify changes in behaviour or needs
• Keep accurate records and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment
• Respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries at all times

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate, and positive approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to putting people first
• Alternative weekend availabilityA UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for certain routes and locations

Previous Care Experience Is Helpful, But Not Essential

Please Note:

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and valid permission to work in the UK.

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