Community Home Care Assistant

Good Oaks Home Care; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive home care provider in Bedford is looking for compassionate Care Professionals to deliver high-quality visiting care. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assisting with daily tasks, and supporting personal care needs. The role offers flexible full-time and part-time contracts, competitive pay from £13.25 to £14.00 per hour, extra benefits like enhanced holiday pay, and comprehensive training. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday pay

Loyalty bonuses

Referral scheme

Paid training

Paid volunteer days

Blue Light discount card

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• A caring and empathetic personality is essential.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Must be reliable and manage time effectively.
• Must be physically able to assist with care tasks.
• A valid driver's license and access to a car are essential.
• Right to work in the UK is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Assist with daily tasks such as housekeeping and meal prep.
• Support with personal care and medication reminders.
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Skills

Empathetic personality

Strong communication skills

Reliability

Time management

Physical ability for care tasks

Job description

Join Our Award-Winning Care Team in Bedford

At GoodOaks, we’re proud to support the incredible people who change lives every day. We offer excellent pay, meaningful benefits, and real opportunities for growth because our carers deserve the best.

We’re searching for warm, dependable, and compassionate Care Professionals to deliver high-quality visiting care to clients in their own homes. Along with helping with day-to-day tasks, you’ll bring comfort, companionship, and positivity to those you support.

This is more than a job – it’s a fulfilling career where you’ll be given the time, training, and encouragement to make a genuine difference.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide friendly companionship, conversation, and emotional support.

• Assist with routine daily tasks such as light housekeeping and meal preparation.

• Support with personal care, medication prompts, and errands when required.

• Accompany clients to appointments or social outings, helping them stay active and engaged.

Why Choose GoodOaks?

Competitive Pay: £13.25–£14.00 per hour, plus mileage.
Extra Benefits: Enhanced holiday pay, loyalty bonuses, and a referral scheme.
Flexible Options: Full-time, part-time, fixed and flexible contracts.
Career Development: Funded diplomas, paid training, and clear pathways into senior positions.
Wellbeing Support: Paid volunteer days, Blue Light discount card, free flu jabs, and genuinely supportive management.
Work-Life Balance: A choice of daytime, evening, and weekend shifts to suit your lifestyle.

What We’re Looking For

• A naturally caring and empathetic personality with strong communication skills.

• Someone reliable, trustworthy, and confident in managing their time.

• Physically able to assist with care tasks when needed.

• A driver with access to a car (essential).

• The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship).

• Willing to work alternate weekends.

No previous experience is necessary – we provide full, paid training and ongoing support.

If you’re looking to join a supportive team, build your skills, and truly make a difference, click apply today!