Care Assistant- Full time

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This rewarding role allows you to make a significant difference in the lives of others by providing companionship and personal care. You'll be directly employed, offering you access to holiday entitlement and a pension scheme. With support for nationally recognized qualifications, your career development is a priority. Enjoy perks like paid mileage and an Early Pay App, making this an attractive opportunity for those looking to contribute positively to their community.

Benefits

Paid mileage of 35p per mile

Early Pay App

Referral bonus up to £100

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Support for qualifications

FREE Blue Light Card

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• No previous social care experience required, but must be adaptable and kind-hearted.
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications for career development.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support with personal care tasks.
• Assist with mobility, medication oversight, and household tasks.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Adaptability

Personal Care Assistance

Education

Care Certificate

NVQs

Job description

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Since 1989, we’ve supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We’re looking for passionate individuals who want to help others and join our amazing teams. No previous social care experience is required. However, you must have the Right to Work in the UK as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle is necessary.

At Helping Hands, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App – request up to 50% of your pay in advance of payday
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us, giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us, and we can help you progress!
• FREE Blue Light Card – a national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on the cost of living

Being a Care Assistant requires you to be adaptable, kind-hearted, and committed to putting others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care such as showering, bathing, and toileting
• Assisting with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking, and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions