Care Assistants - Sheffield

Be Caring Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded DBS

Paid induction training

Holiday pay

EAP for you and dependants

Optional union membership

Employee-owned social enterprise

Job summary

Be Caring Sheffield is seeking Care Assistants (drivers, full-time) to support people in their own homes across Sheffield S12 & S20, helping them live independently with dignity and choice.

You will work with our home care team on a fixed 2-week rota, earning £13.30 per hour plus 50p per mile. Block pay is provided for the full shift, with early mornings, evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Full training and paid induction provided.
• Block pay paid for whole shift, not per visit.

Responsibilities

• Support people in their own homes to live independently and safely.
• Provide companionship and practical assistance with personal care, meals, medications.
• Record and share important information with families and professionals.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

Care Assistants - Sheffield S12 & S20 - Drivers Only

Drivers Only | Paid Shifts (Block Pay)

Are you the person friends and family turn to when they need help?

If you're kind, reliable and want to make a real difference in your local community, we'd love to welcome you to Be Caring Sheffield.

We're recruiting Care Assistants (drivers, full-time) to support people living in their own homes across Sheffield S12 & S20, helping them to live independently with dignity, choice and compassion.

Where You'll Work

You will be part of our dedicated home care team covering:

• S12: Birley, Frechville, Hackenthorpe
• S20: Halfway, Mosborough, Westfield, Waterthorpe, Owlthorpe, Beighton, Sothall

You must have a valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Why Be Caring?

Be Caring is the UK's largest employee-owned social care provider. When you join us, you're not only a member of a community care team, you're a co-owner, with a real voice in how we do things. As a Care Worker with Be Caring, you'll have:

• Work that reflects our values: Be Kind, Be Proud, Be the Best You Can Be, Be Safe, Be Happy, Be Involved
• Block pay – paid for your whole shift, not pay-per-call
• Full training, stable hours and a role you can genuinely be proud of
• A chance to make a real difference in the communities you live and work in

Pay, Hours & Shift Pattern

We pay in Blocks (shifts) – from your first visit to your last (not pay per call).

• £13.30 per hour (drivers)
• 50p per mile mileage
• Full-time contracted hours
• Block pay: paid continuously across the shift, not per visit

Shift patterns:

• Early shift: 7:00am – 1:00pm
• Late shift: 3:00pm – 10:00pm

You’ll work a fixed 2-week rota, which will include:

• Alternate full weekends, or
• Every Saturday, or
• Every Sunday
• Evenings agreed within your working hours

Essential: You must be available for early mornings, evenings and regular weekend working.

Bonuses & Rewards

You’ll have access to a range of recognition and bonus schemes, including:

• New starter bonus (up to £300)*
• Refer a Friend bonus (up to £300)*
• Annual bonus (up to £400)*
• £25 birthday gift voucher

*Current bonus structure - more details shared at recruitment and onboarding.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support people in their own homes to:

• Live independently and confidently
• Stay safe, respected and well-cared for
• Stay connected with family, friends and their community
• Achieve personal, meaningful outcomes

Your day may include:

• Helping with washing, dressing and personal care
• Supporting with medication, meals and hydration
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting people to get out, attend appointments, or stay connected locally
• Recording and sharing important information with families and professionals

Every visit is an opportunity to make someone's day a little brighter.

No Experience? No Problem – Full Training Provided

Whether you are new to care or returning after supporting someone close to you, we’ll give you all the training you need to succeed. Your paid induction includes:

• 1 week classroom-based training (Mon–Fri)
• 2 days shadowing experienced colleagues
• Additional online learning modules

You’ll also receive training in areas such as:

• Be Caring values & “Above & Beyond” care
• Dignity, respect, safeguarding, equality & diversity
• Confidentiality & professional boundaries
• Fluids, nutrition & safe administration of medication
• Moving & positioning, basic life support, pressure care
• Infection prevention & control, health & safety
• Learning Disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health & capacity

We also offer fully funded qualifications, including Level 2 Health & Social Care and other accredited courses.

Benefits

• Fully funded DBS
• Paid induction training
• Holiday pay that grows with length of service
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – support for you and your dependants
• Optional GMB union membership
• Development opportunities in an employee-owned, values-led social enterprise