CARE ASSISTANT - FT/PT

CaremarkNI; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We Pay Per Call

Staff Early Pay App

£150 Refer a Friend

Flexible schedules

Mentoring and peer support

Staff Award and Recognition Program

Mental Health and Wellbeing support

Ongoing training and promotion-opps

Annual leave entitlement and paid call

Job summary

Caremark NI in Lisburn invites applications for a Care Assistant to support elderly and vulnerable people in the community. You’ll provide meal preparation, companionship, personal and medication support, and help maintain records, with training provided.

We offer competitive pay up to £14.10 per hour, flexible schedules, and ongoing mentoring and wellbeing support. Access to clear advancement opportunities and a welcoming team culture.

Qualifications

• We welcome applicants with or without prior care experience and provide comprehensive training.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship is required.
• Female-only role; Access NI enhanced disclosure required.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation for clients.
• Provide companionship and personal care.
• Assist with medication as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Communicate clearly with team members to ensure safety and quality of care.
• Deliver safe, outstanding and effective service.

Skills

Meal preparation

Companionship care

Personal care

Medication assistance

Maintaining records

Clear communication

Delivering high-quality service

Job description

Job Description

Location: Carmark NI, Lisburn Area

Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Caremark Care Assistant!

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while advancing your career? Caremark NI is excited to welcome new team members!

We have recently won ‘Employer of the Year,’ for the 3rd year in a row.

At Caremark NI we prioritise staff wellbeing and value each team member. We’re seeking caring individuals who desire a rewarding role where every day brings a sense of purpose.

In this position, you’ll support elderly and vulnerable members of the community, creating meaningful connections and experiencing incredible job satisfaction.

Salary: Hourly rate of pay up to £14.10

About The Role

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Meal preparation
• Companionship care
• Personal care
• Medication assistance
• Maintaining accurate records
• Clear communication with team members
• Delivering outstanding, safe, and effective service

No previous experience in care is necessary; we provide comprehensive training.

We value your role as a Care Assistant, ensuring you feel appreciated through competitive compensation and ongoing support.

We have also been awarded ‘The Number 1 Caremark’ for three years running!

Benefits Include

• We Pay Per Call
• Staff Early Pay App- access your pay when you need it
• £150 Refer a Friend scheme (terms apply)
• Flexible schedules
• Mentoring and peer support
• Staff Award and Recognition Program
• Mental Health and Wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and promotion opportunities
• Annual leave entitlement and paid calls during client hospital stays

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those new to care and those seeking a career change from retail or hospitality.

Full-time and part-time roles are available.

Please note: At this time, only candidates with a right to work in the UK who do not require sponsorship will be considered.

Due to the personal and sensitive nature of the role, which will involve working directly with female care clients, this role is for a female care assistant only.

Access NI Enhanced Disclosure will be required for this post.

About The Company

Our mission is simple:

• To provide excellent home care to everyone, regardless of age, race, religion, gender or social standing. We aim to improve the quality of life of every single customer we care for.
• Our care keeps you safe, happy, fulfilled and flourishing in your own home, topped off with a delivery of smiles and laughter at every visit too.
• Caring for and supporting others runs through the very heart of Caremark.

Who is Caremark?

• Caremark is a home care company with excellent standards, excellent people and excellent success stories. We provide care in the home for people from all walks of life, enabling them to stay in their own home and community.
• We are the mark of excellent care.
• We have over 7,000 customers throughout the UK. To those 7,000 customers, we provide over 110,000 hours of home care each week.

Caremark’s history – providing home care since 2005

• Whilst Caremark itself was founded in 2005, our founder, the late Kevin Lewis has been in care since 1987. His experience, passion and unrivalled determination to provide high quality care for all, was the building blocks of Caremark 17 years ago.
• Today, we are led by David Glover and Lisa Fyfe who are equally as passionate about Caremark and the home-care industry.
• Caremark currently care for thousands upon thousands and under their leadership, thousands and thousands more will benefit from home care, the Caremark way.

Company Culture

Caremark has been at the forefront of the home care industry, evolving from a singular care home to becoming a leader in providing comprehensive care services across Ireland and the UK.

Our journey, initiated by Kevin Lewis, has been marked by innovation, quality, and a deep commitment to caring for individuals in need, regardless of their age, disability, or circumstance.

Here’s why Caremark stands as a beacon of excellence and a great place to work:

Pioneering Spirit: From introducing the very first Operations Manual to ensure quality care, to expanding services across a network of offices, Caremark has always been at the cutting edge of the home care industry.

Diverse Care Services: Our services have grown to encompass a wide range of needs, delivering care and support in the home environment and specialized residential settings, showcasing our adaptability and commitment to those we serve.

Focus on Quality: We've built an enviable reputation by maintaining high standards of care, drawing upon decades of experience to meet the evolving needs of our service users with compassion and professionalism.

Growth and Development: As part of our team, you'll join a supportive network of professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

We provide opportunities for personal and professional growth, ensuring that our team is equipped to meet the challenges of the care industry with confidence and skill.

Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September, 2026

Contract Type: fulltime

Salary: Up to £14.10 Hourly