Compassionate Care Assistant | Flexible Shifts & Growth

Homecare Gurus; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay £14.56–£21.84

Flexible schedules

Live-In care bonus

Training and development

Job summary

Homecare Gurus in High Wycombe is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide high-quality support, promote independence, and ensure comfort and dignity. You will assist with daily living activities, provide companionship, and help maintain a safe home environment.

The role emphasizes person-centred care, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a care team. Full training and ongoing development are offered, with flexible rotas to suit personal

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in care or supporting vulnerable adults.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a care team.
• Commitment to providing person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with daily personal care and activities of daily living.
• Assist the client with mobility and safe walking support, including using mobility aids such as a walking stick.
• Offer companionship and emotional support through conversation and meaningful interaction.
• Prepare and serve meals, snacks, and drinks according to the client’s preferences.
• Encourage adequate nutrition and hydration by offering refreshments regularly.
• Empty and clean the commode as required, maintaining good hygiene standards.
• Make the client’s bed daily and change/wash bedding regularly when required.
• Support with laundry tasks, including washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and bedding.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment, including tidying the bedroom, living room, kitchen, and other areas.
• Assist with household tasks such as taking out bins and keeping the client’s surroundings organised.
• Provide support with caring for household pets/animals, including feeding a visiting cat and refilling outdoor animal feeders and water bowls.
• Observe and report any changes in the client’s health, behaviour, mobility, or wellbeing.
• Follow the client’s care plan and maintain confidentiality, dignity, and respect at all times.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Person-centred care

Job description

Homecare Gurus in High Wycombe is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide high-quality support, promote independence, and ensure comfort and dignity. You will assist with daily living activities, provide companionship, and help maintain a safe home environment.

The role emphasizes person-centred care, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a care team. Full training and ongoing development are offered, with flexible rotas to suit personal