Care Assistant - Reablement

Hales Home Care; Basildon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Southeast and Southwest Essex is looking for a Care Assistant to provide person-centred care. This role offers guaranteed hours between 20-37.5 weekly and includes tasks such as personal care and medication support. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and a passion for helping others. Benefits include bonuses, well-being support, and flexible hours.

Benefits

Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus

FREE Blue Light Card

Well-being support

Paid holidays

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK, unable to offer Tier 2 sponsorship.
• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle.
• Transferrable DBS/DBS on update service ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care tasks.
• Supporting with medication.
• Preparing meals and helping with shopping.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Collaborating with Local Authorities and Family members.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent time management

Passionate about helping others

Job description

Overview

Care Assistant - Reablement

Area: Southeast and Southwest Essex

ROP: £13.20 and mileage paid at 30ppm - Driving Licence and Own transport Essential

GUARANTEED HOURS AVAILABLE BETWEEN 20 - 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK (depending on availability)

Must be available to work a shift pattern of 7.00 - 15.00 / 15.00 - 23.00 across 7 days, including Alternate weekends.

Start a rewarding career in care with Hales Homecare.

At Hales, we know that great care starts with great people. Whether you're new to care or looking for a fresh start, we offer a rewarding career with job security, flexible hours and clear paths for progression.

Looking for a job where you can truly make a difference?

We are looking for kind, reliable and caring Home Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer to join our growing Reablement Team in Southeast and Southwest Essex. This role involves providing person-centred care to individuals in their own homes, helping regain their health, well-being, and independence after spending time in hospital.

Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (if not on DBS update Service) and reference verification.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK - Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Tier 2 sponsorship at this time
• Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
• Transferrable DBS / DBS on the update service would be ideal

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Supporting with medication
• Preparing meals, helping with shopping and light household tasks
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Liaising and collaborating with Local Authorities/ Discharge teams / District Nurse, and Family members
• Excellent time management and administration skills are required due to the nature of the role.

What makes a great Hales Care Assistant

• Passionate about helping others
• A team player with good communication skills
• Reliable, honest and dedicated to delivering high-quality care
• Experienced in care, hospitality, retail, or customer service (not essential)
• Shares our values – committed to positive change, trust, professional excellence and delivering personalised care

Benefits

• Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus for you and your friend
• Early Pay access with Hastee
• FREE Blue Light Card – exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers
• Reward and recognition schemes: Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
• Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Well-being support – therapy sessions, 24/7 helpline, health app
• Pension scheme and paid holidays
• Free uniform and PPE

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Ready to start your career in care? Apply today or call and speak with James Cairns to become part of our team.