Care Assistant - Mornings and Evenings

Alcedo Care; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 18,459 - 19,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 Welcome Bonus

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral scheme: £252 per referral

Mileage contribution for drivers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading care provider in Blackburn is seeking a Care Assistant for mornings and evenings to provide personal care and support individuals in their homes. The role offers a competitive pay range and excellent benefits, including a £250 welcome bonus and structured training. Flexibility in working hours is available to accommodate different schedules, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about care.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over due to the nature of the role.
• Role subject to Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including continence support, washing, dressing.
• Assist with medications and meal preparation.
• Support with household tasks.

Skills

Caring nature

Desire to support individuals

Job description

Join to apply for the Care Assistant - Mornings and Evenings role at Alcedo Care.

This role covers the Blackburn area and surrounding locations, including Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, Burnley, Nelson, Padiham, The Ribble Valley and Sabden. A full UK driving licence is required.

Base pay range

Excellent rates of pay £13.40-£13.90 plus Pension and Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled up pay rate of £15.47-£16.05).

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people\'s lives? Do you have a caring nature and desire to support individuals in their own homes as a Care Assistant?

Alcedo Care is proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years. You will join our team delivering quality care, enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including continence support, washing, dressing; assist with medications and meal preparation; support with household tasks.
• Promote independence and bring joy to those you support.
• Deliver care in clients\' homes with flexibility and respect for preferences.

Requirements

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Must be aged 18 or over due to the nature of the role.
• Role subject to Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Shift patterns

• Mornings: 07:00 - 08:30
• Evenings: 16:00 - 20:00

Benefits

• £250 Welcome Bonus after successful 3-month probation review
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Referral scheme: £252 per referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time and casual)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Join Our Team: If you\'re ready to start a rewarding career with a company that values its carers, apply today as a Care Assistant and take your first step with Alcedo Care.