CARE COMPANION

Caremark Ltd; Bangor; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Early Pay App

Refer a Friend bonus

Flexible schedules

Mentoring and peer support

Staff Award and Recognition Program

Mental Health and Wellbeing support

Ongoing training and promotion_opport

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Caremark NI in North Down is seeking Care Companions to support elderly and vulnerable members of the community in Bangor, Newtownards, and Donaghadee/Millisle. You’ll provide companionship, meal support, light household help, and daily routines in a friendly, respectful home-care setting. Salary is an hourly rate up to £14.10 with full training, mentoring, and flexible schedules.

Right to work in the UK is required. Access NI Enhanced Disclosure will be required.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Access NI Enhanced Disclosure will be required.

Responsibilities

• Offering companionship – from friendly conversation to helping make the day memorable
• Supporting independence at home – meal preparation, light household help, and daily routines
• Assisting with personal care and medication where required
• Enabling access to the community – shopping, social activities, clubs, or appointments
• Building strong, lasting professional connections with regular customers
• Maintaining accurate records
• Communicating clearly with team members
• Delivering outstanding, safe, and effective service

Job description

CARE COMPANION

Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Caremark Care Companion In North Down!

Recruiting now in Bangor, Newtownards, and Donaghadee/Millisle

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while advancing your career? Caremark NI is excited to welcome new team members!

We have recently won ‘Employer of the Year,’ for the 3rd year in a row.

At Caremark NI we prioritise staff wellbeing and value each team member. We’re seeking caring individuals who desire a rewarding role where every day brings a sense of purpose.

In this position, you’ll support elderly and vulnerable members of the community, creating meaningful connections and experiencing incredible job satisfaction.

Salary: Hourly rate of pay up to £14.10

About the role

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Offering companionship – from friendly conversation to helping make the day memorable

• Supporting independence at home – meal preparation, light household help, and daily routines

• Assisting with personal care and medication where required

• Enabling access to the community – shopping, social activities, clubs, or appointments

• Building strong, lasting professional connections with regular customers

• Maintaining accurate records

• Communicating clearly with team members

• Delivering outstanding, safe, and effective service

No previous experience is required; we provide full training and ongoing mentoring to ensure you feel confident in your role.

We value your role as a Care Companion, ensuring you feel appreciated through competitive pay, flexible schedules, and continuous support.

We have also been awarded ‘The Number 1 Caremark’ for three years running!

Benefits Include:

• Staff Early Pay App- access your pay when you need it

• £300 Refer a Friend scheme (terms apply)

• Flexible schedules

• Mentoring and peer support

• Staff Award and Recognition Program

• Mental Health and Wellbeing support

• Ongoing training and promotion opportunities

• Annual leave entitlement and paid calls during client hospital stays

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those new to care and those seeking a career change from retail or hospitality.

Please note: At this time, only candidates with a right to work in the UK who do not require sponsorship will be considered.

Due to the personal and sensitive nature of the role, which will involve working directly with female care clients, this role is for a female care assistant only.

Access NI Enhanced Disclosure will be required for this post

About the company

Whether you’re looking to provide excellent home care with a cheery smile, or to receive it, Caremark is here to help.