Care Worker - Evening & Weekends Only

Optimo Care Group; Bury; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression

Supportive Team Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Refer-a-Friend £500

Job summary

Choices Homecare in Bolton is seeking compassionate domiciliary care workers to support people in their own homes. You will help with personal care, meals, mobility, medication reminders, and daily living tasks while promoting independence and dignity.

Training is provided, weekend and evening shifts available. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for some routes, with 30p per mile mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• Weekend availability.
• Experience preferred but training provided.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential within certain routes/locations (30p per mile)

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation in line with care plans.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating and drinking where required.
• Promoting independence and encouraging service users to engage in daily living tasks.
• Building positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Supporting emotional well-being and recognising signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in the home.
• Respecting confidentiality and always maintaining professional boundaries.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

Choices Homecare are seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers for our locations across the Bolton region.

Supporting individuals to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own home and community, empowering them to live the life they choose. If you can demonstrate a compassionate, caring and 'can do' attitude then join a team that values people always.

About Choices Homecare

Choices Homecare are proudly part of the Optimo Care Group that supports service users across the UK with over 1,500 dedicated employees and a strong presence across multiple regions. We collaborate closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver outcome-focused care.

Working hours:

Our service provides care 7 days a week between 07:00 - 23:00. We are currently seeking individuals looking for evening & weekend only work. Please indicate your preference of working days and hours on the prescreen application form. Please specify your full availability on application to enable us to best place you. Please note: this role is paid for care delivery time only, with mileage between calls reimbursed at 30p per mile. This is not a block pay position

Location: Bolton area

Key Responsibilities of a Care Worker:

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation in line with care plans.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating and drinking where required.
• Promoting independence and encouraging service users to engage in daily living tasks.
• Building positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Supporting emotional well-being and recognising signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in the home.
• Respecting confidentiality and always maintaining professional boundaries.

What You'll Need:

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• A commitment to putting people first.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience preferred but not essential - full training provided.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential within certain routes/locations (We pay 30p per mile fuel allowance)
• Weekend availability

Benefits of Working with Choices Homecare:

• Flexible Working: Full-time, part time or permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway - Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £500 Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Referee receives £250 on the day on work commencement and a further £250 following a passed probation.

To Note:

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and valid permission to work in the UK.
• You’ll need a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle. To cover travel between clients, you'll also need business use included on your own car insurance - this is usually a quick and inexpensive addition to your existing policy.