Care Assistant Role in Kirklees

Routes Healthcare; Kirklees; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Care Assistant in Kirklees to make a difference in people's lives. The role involves providing personalized support to maintain independence and dignity. Candidates should have at least 6 months of care experience, a valid UK driving licence, and a passion for helping others. Flexible shifts are available to accommodate personal commitments.

Benefits

Professional development pathways

Comprehensive training

Practical and emotional support

Competitive pay and mileage allowance

Paid shadowing shifts

Generous bonuses through referral scheme

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' paid care experience in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Build heartfelt connections through personalised support.
• Enable people to maintain their independence and confidence.
• Support with everyday activities, from personal care to hobbies.

Skills

Heartfelt passion for supporting others

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference as a Care Assistant in Kirklees?

Are you looking for more than just a job? At Routes Healthcare, we believe in creating genuine connections through meaningful care that empowers people to live life on their terms. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, this could be your perfect route.

Your Journey With Routes:

Every day as a Care Assistant at Routes Healthcare, you'll create moments that matter. You'll support people to live independently in their own homes – maintaining their dignity, honouring their choices, and enriching their lives.

Your role will include:

• Building heartfelt connections through personalised support
• Enabling people to maintain their independence and confidence
• Supporting with everyday activities, from personal care to cherished hobbies
• Creating opportunities for the people you support to thrive
• Being a trusted companion who truly understands what matters most

With care needed around the clock, we offer flexible shifts across the region that can work around your life commitments. We believe in empowering not just the people we support, but our team members too.

Why Choose Routes Healthcare?

We believe in recognising and rewarding the life-changing work our team members do:

• Growth:Professional development pathways and career progression opportunities
• Support:Comprehensive training that builds your confidence and skills
• Wellbeing:Practical and emotional support when you need it
• Rewards:Competitive pay and mileage allowance (30p per mile)
• Community:Paid shadowing shifts as you settle into our supportive team
• Recognition:Generous bonuses through our refer-a-friend scheme
• Balance:Flexible shifts that work around your life and commitments

What We're Looking For:

• A heartfelt passion for supporting others with dignity and respect
• At least 6 months' paid care experience in the UK
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• The right to work in the UK
• A desire to grow professionally and personally