Care Assistant - Reablement

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care service provider in Lowestoft is seeking compassionate Home Care Assistants to provide person-centred care. Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance, and companionship. Ideal candidates are team players with good communication skills. This role offers flexible hours and opportunities for professional development through training.

Benefits

Paid induction and ongoing training

FREE Blue Light Card

Early Pay access

Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus

Generous mileage allowance

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Cyclescheme including E-bikes

External Well-being Programme

Pension scheme

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping others.
• Good communication skills – verbal and written.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care routines including washing and dressing.
• Ensure service users have adequate grocery supplies.
• Assist individuals in taking their medication.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Want to turn your summer into something meaningful? Bring sunshine to people’s homes this season and all year round. Join Hales Home Care today!

Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accept applications from individuals requiring Out of Country sponsorship; however, we welcome applicants in the UK requiring a new home care sponsor.

Hales Home Care is looking for compassionate and reliable Home Care Assistants / Care Workers / Home Care Workers / Carers in Lowestoft to join our Reablement Team. This role involves providing person-centred care to individuals in their own homes, helping regain their health, well-being, and independence.

Areas covered: Lowestoft, Waveney, and the surrounding areas.

*Drivers required due to rural locations in the community.*

The Care Assistant Role

As a Hales Care Worker in Lowestoft, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health, well-being, and independence of vulnerable individuals within the comfort of their own homes. Your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting individuals with their personal care routines including washing, dressing, and attending to toileting needs
2. Ensuring service users have adequate grocery supplies
3. Assisting individuals in taking their medication
4. Preparing warm and nourishing meals
5. Helping with light domestic tasks and other care needs
6. Providing a valuable companionship lifeline to individuals

Why Choose Hales?

Flexible & Guaranteed Hours

Full-time, part-time, night, and weekend shifts to suit your lifestyle. Opportunities to work around your studies and gain hands-on experience. Other shift patterns/non-regular bank work may be available – contact us to discuss!

Career Advancement

Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including fully funded qualifications and apprenticeships.

Training and Development

Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we offer paid comprehensive training to develop your skills, with ongoing support and coaching to give you the confidence to deliver outstanding care services.

Rewards and Perks

• Paid induction and ongoing training and development
• FREE Blue Light Card
• Early Pay access with Hastee
• Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus for you and your friend
• Reward and recognition schemes: Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
• Generous mileage allowance
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Car salary scheme
• Cyclescheme including E-bikes
• External Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app
• Health and Financial Well-being Support
• Online Zumba Fitness Programme
• Pension scheme
• Subsidised Life & Personal Accident Insurance
• Funded eye tests & discounts for glasses
• Free uniform and PPE
• Access to a host of high street discounts and cashback opportunities

The Ideal Hales Care Assistant

• Passionate about helping others.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Honest and committed to delivering high-quality care and support.
• Good communication skills – verbal and written to complete accurate records.
• Previous experience in care, retail, hospitality, or other service industry is welcome but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

About Us

Since 1999, Hales Home Care, a division of the Hales Group, has been committed to delivering person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community.

We value our staff and provide them with the tools and support needed for success.

Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.