Care Assistant — Guaranteed Hours + £300 Joining Bonus

Optimum Care Group; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £300

Hourly rate £13.20

High bank holiday rates

Permanent contract with guaranteed hrs

Blue Light Discount card

Free uniform

Refer a Caring Friend £200

Career progression & education

Office team daily support

Excellent pay rates

Job summary

Optimum Care Group is seeking a Community Care Worker in Carrickfergus to provide in-home support for vulnerable adults on a permanent basis. The role offers guaranteed hours and a clear path for progression.

You will assist with personal care, medication reminders, meals, light housekeeping and mobility support. A driving licence and access to a car are required, with training provided and a joining bonus upon starting.

Qualifications

• Desire to care for vulnerable adults in their home.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Access to a car and car insurance for business use.
• Access to own mobile phone for communications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal washing, showering, bathing and dressing.
• Provide refreshments and light snacks.
• Prompt and administer medication as required.
• Assist with light cleaning, shopping, laundry and related daily tasks.
• Support safe mobility using aids if needed.
• Provide care sitting to give respite to family carers.
• Encourage client independence and dignity in daily living.

Skills

Full driving licence

Access to car & car insurance

Own mobile phone

Desire to care for vulnerable adults

Job description

Optimum Care Group is seeking a Community Care Worker in Carrickfergus to provide in-home support for vulnerable adults on a permanent basis. The role offers guaranteed hours and a clear path for progression.

You will assist with personal care, medication reminders, meals, light housekeeping and mobility support. A driving licence and access to a car are required, with training provided and a joining bonus upon starting.