Community Care Assistant

Nurseplus UK Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care provider in Exeter seeks a compassionate Community Care Assistant to provide personalized care to clients in their homes. The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, offering companionship, and ensuring the dignity of clients. Essential qualifications include a full UK driving license, good communication skills, and an enhanced DBS check. This position offers weekly pay, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Competitive rates (£13.50 – £30.26 per hour)

Continued development opportunities

Paid industry-leading training

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving license is essential; travel expenses are covered up to 45p per mile.
• An enhanced DBS (police check) is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver continuity of care with the same clients and consistent hours.
• Support clients with daily living tasks as outlined in care plans.
• Provide companionship and promote independence and dignity.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate care

Ability to follow care plans

Job description

Overview

Community Care Assistant: Join Nurseplus as a Homecare Assistant and make a real difference in your community every day. You will provide compassionate care directly in clients' homes, supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex care needs, mental health conditions, dementia, or elderly clients.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Homecare Assistant, your role is vital to improving the quality of life of those you support. You will provide personal care, assist with nutritional needs, administer medication, and offer companionship — ensuring clients feel valued and cared for in their own homes. All care is delivered in accordance with each client’s individual care plan, tailored to their needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Deliver continuity of care with the same clients and consistent hours.
• Support clients with daily living tasks as outlined in care plans.
• Provide companionship and promote independence and dignity.
• Follow personalised care plans and maintain accurate records as required.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence is essential; travel expenses are covered up to 45p per mile.
• Strong communication skills and a good standard of English.
• An enhanced DBS (police check) is required, which you can apply for upon registration.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Weekly pay and competitive rates (£13.50 – £30.26 per hour).
• Continued development opportunities, including funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3.
• Paid industry-leading training aligned with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework.
• Blue Light Card eligibility for discounts on the high street and online.
• Tailored client matching to align with your skills and interests.

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for our staff, empowering them to grow and contribute to the communities we serve.