Community Care Worker

Affinity Homecare Shrewsbury LTD; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring home support agency is looking for a Community Care Assistant in Oswestry. This role involves supporting vulnerable adults with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and health monitoring. Ideal candidates will show empathy, have excellent communication skills, and demonstrate strong time management. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to make a significant impact in clients' lives. Join a supportive team committed to providing high-quality care.

Benefits

Mileage paid at 30p per mile

Full uniform provided

Well-being support for all staff

Accredited training and professional development

Employer contributory pension scheme

Collaborative work environment

£10,000 Life cover

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer a Friend Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and share the feelings of clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain patient and calm.
• Meticulous in observing clients' conditions.
• Quick thinking and resourcefulness.
• Efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Adaptability to work varying shifts.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary needs.
• Ensure clients take prescribed medications.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Assist clients with transportation.
• Monitor and report changes in clients' health.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of clients.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Observation

Time management

Adaptability

Collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Healthcare technology knowledge

Discretion

Job description

Community Care Assistant

Oswestry, Much Wenlock, Dorrington and Pontesbury

£12.21 per hour, £12.44 per hour for weekends

Full‑time and Part‑Time hours – Permanent

Affinity Home Care is a specialist provider of personalised home‑care support to adults over the age of 18 in their own homes, operating throughout the Shrewsbury, Shropshire area. We provide a range of care and support services for vulnerable adults.

About the role

At Affinity Home Care we treat our people with the same respect, care and consideration that we show to the people we support.

• ✔ Personal Care – Assist clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• ✔ Meal Preparation – Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
• ✔ Administration of Medication – Ensure clients take prescribed medications at the correct times.
• ✔ Housekeeping – Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and tidying living spaces.
• ✔ Emotional Support and Companionship – Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful activities and conversations.
• ✔ Transportation – Assist clients with transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities.
• ✔ Health Monitoring – Monitor and report any changes in clients' health, behaviour, or needs to healthcare professionals or family members.
• ✔ Documentation – Maintain accurate records of care provided, including daily logs and incident reports.
• ✔ Advocacy – Advocate for the rights and needs of clients, ensuring their well‑being and dignity.

About you

• ✔ Ability to understand and share the feelings of clients, providing emotional support and understanding.
• ✔ Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• ✔ Ability to remain patient and calm, especially in challenging situations.
• ✔ Meticulous in observing clients' conditions and maintaining accurate records.
• ✔ Quick thinking and resourcefulness to address clients' needs and solve issues as they arise.
• ✔ Efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure all clients receive the care they need.
• ✔ Adaptability to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and handle varying client needs.
• ✔ Ability to work collaboratively with other care workers, healthcare professionals, and family members.
• ✔ Respect and understanding of diverse backgrounds and beliefs, providing culturally sensitive care.
• ✔ Basic knowledge of healthcare technology and ability to use tools and equipment relevant to care work.
• ✔ Respect for clients' privacy and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.

An Enhanced DBS will be required for this role.

Why Join Us?

• ✅ Mileage paid at 30p per mile
• ✅ Full uniform provided
• ✅ Well‑being support for all staff
• ✅ Accredited training giving you the knowledge and skills to deliver a first‑rate job – develop professionally through training, mentoring, and a strong support network
• ✅ An employer contributory pension scheme
• ✅ Work in a collaborative, values‑led environment

In addition to the above you also have access to the following great benefits

• £10,000 Life cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (including a medical helpline, telephone and face‑to‑face counselling, debt, financial and legal information)
• A reward gateway with access to discounted goods and services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• A financial well‑being scheme
• Refer a Friend Incentive Bonus (terms and conditions apply)

Don’t miss out – Be Part of Something Bigger – Join a team driven by values, with a mission that matters.

Apply today and start making a real impact!

Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence.

If you can circle 6 or more of the skills below, then you could be the person we are looking for:

• Honest
• Good Communicator
• Strong Values
• Flexible
• Passionate
• Self‑Motivated
• Reliable
• Caring
• Inclusive

Real Life Options are an equal opportunities employer. We seek to recruit, train and promote the best person for the job, to make full use of the talents and resources of all our people and to craft a working environment free from unlawful discrimination, victimisation and harassment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty, a medical condition or an individual need that you believe may affect your performance in selection, we’ll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to our processes to enable you to perform at your best so please do let us know.