Care Assistant - Monday to Friday

Unique Senior Care; West Midlands; Presencial; GBP 19.286 - 23.419; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Holiday pay

Contracted hours 10–30/wk

Mileage 35p per mile

Pension 3%

Sleep-in shifts

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer‑a‑friend £500

Birthday recognition

EAP & wellbeing sessions

Life in Progress counselling

Monthly recognition awards

Training & qualifications

Extra annual leave up to 1 week

Descripción de la vacante

Unique Senior Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes. The role covers personal care, companionship and daily living tasks, with contracted hours up to 30 per week.

Paid at £14.60 per hour, with Bank Holiday rate £29.20 per hour. Mileage is 35p per mile. We offer training and progression within a supportive team.

Formación

• Must have a full UK driving licence, access to a car and business insurance.
• Right to work in the UK is required.
• We are seeking caring, compassionate and reliable individuals.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Experience in care or home care is desirable but not essential; full training is provided.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver personal care support such as bathing, toileting and dressing.
• Administer medications safely as directed.
• Provide companionship and support wellbeing.
• Assist with meal preparation and dietary needs.
• Support mobility with transfers to chairs or wheelchairs.
• Assist with light housekeeping and ensure a safe home environment.
• Keep accurate care records and daily observations.

Conocimientos

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Compassionate & reliable

Communication

Independent & team work

Flexible shifts

Care experience desirable

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Care Assistant - Domiciliary (Monday to Friday)

Pay: £14.60 per hour. Bank Holiday Rate £29.20 per hour.

Hours: Full‑time and part‑time available (contracted up to 30 hours per week).

Mileage: 35p per mile (HMRC reclaim option).

Please Note

• Currently we are not offering any sponsorships or switches.
• At this moment, we do not have any capacity for male carers.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in care? Join Unique Senior Care as a Care Assistant / Care Worker / Support Worker and make a difference every day by supporting people in their own homes.

Benefits

• Holiday pay (plus 1 extra week after 10 years’ service)
• Contracted hours available (10–30 hours per week depending on availability)
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (plus HMRC reclaim option)
• Pension scheme (3%)
• Sleep‑in shifts available
• Blue Light Card – fully funded for exclusive discounts
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus – £500
• Birthday recognition (plus birthday off if no sickness in the year)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing sessions
• Life in Progress counselling (fast‑track referral service)
• Monthly recognition awards
• Career progression opportunities with funded training and qualifications
• Option to buy extra annual leave (up to 1 week per year)

Why choose Unique Senior Care?

Our philosophy is “People, above all else” – and that includes our clients and our team. We are proud to be known across the region for delivering high‑quality, person‑centred domiciliary care that enables people to remain independent in their own homes.

Our management team provide out‑of‑hours support, a bespoke support network, and a genuine focus on your work‑life balance. With many years of experience, they will guide and support you in building a long‑term career in care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care support (bathing, toileting, dressing).
• Administer medications safely as per guidance.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and encourage wellbeing.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and dietary needs.
• Support with mobility assistance (e.g., transfers to chairs/wheelchairs).
• Help with light housekeeping and maintain a safe environment.
• Keep accurate care records and daily observations.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence, access to a car, and business insurance.
• Right to work in the UK.
• A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts (including evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Previous experience in care work, support work, domiciliary care, or home care is desirable but not essential – we provide full training.

We don’t just offer care worker jobs – we offer a career in care with flexibility, recognition, and opportunities to progress.

Legal & Disclosure

• The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001; all convictions, cautions and bind‑overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. If successful in being appointed, we will carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced criminal record check.
• Any personal information you share with us will be treated in line with our company Privacy Policy.
• Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.