Care Worker - Evenings and Weekends

Optimo Care Group; Midgley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward Gateway discounts

£500 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Job summary

Optimo Care Group is seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers for Wakefield. This role involves supporting individuals to live safely and independently in their homes, providing essential personal care, and assisting with daily living tasks.

Experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided. The position offers flexible working hours and various contract options, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• Commitment to putting people first.
• Experience preferred but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care needs.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Prepare meals and assist with eating.
• Promote independence and engage service users.
• Build positive relationships with individuals.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Job description

Choices Homecare are seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers for our locations across the Wakefield 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 is 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 – 22:00. We are specifically seeking evening and weekend workers to cover the hours of 16:00 – 22:00 Monday – Sunday. 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. Flexibility is offered through a 2‑week rolling rota and flexible zero‑hour contracts.

Location

Wakefield.

Key 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.

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 essential for certain routes/locations (we pay 30p per mile fuel allowance).
• Alternative 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 Programme: health‑assured EAP ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway: access to a wide range of non‑salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £500 Refer‑a‑Friend Scheme.

Please 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. For travel between clients you’ll also need business use included on your own car insurance – usually a quick and inexpensive addition to your existing policy.