Compassionate Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts & Training

Midshires Care Limited; Matlock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage 35p per mile

Early access to pay (before payday)5

Refer-a-friend bonus

Holiday & pension

Training & qualifications

Blue Light Card discounts

Career development

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Helping Hands is hiring a Care Assistant to support clients at home across our local areas. No prior care experience is required; we’ll provide full training and ongoing support so you can start a rewarding career helping people stay independent and safe in their own homes.

We offer flexible shifts, paid mileage, and multiple benefits including holiday and pension, access to pay before payday, and funded qualifications. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are preferred.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Kind, adaptable, people-first mindset.
• Willingness to learn.
• Reliability, compassion and dignity in helping others.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, meaningful companionship to customers in their own homes.
• Support with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with mobility needs, helping customers stay safe and confident.
• Oversee and administer medication in line with care plans.
• Help with household tasks such as cleaning, cooking and meal preparation.
• Run essential errands, from food shopping to collecting prescriptions.
• Offer calm, considerate support that helps customers feel truly cared for.

Skills

Driving licence

Right to Work in the UK

People-first mindset

Willingness to learn

Reliability and compassion

Job description

Helping Hands is hiring a Care Assistant to support clients at home across our local areas. No prior care experience is required; we’ll provide full training and ongoing support so you can start a rewarding career helping people stay independent and safe in their own homes.

We offer flexible shifts, paid mileage, and multiple benefits including holiday and pension, access to pay before payday, and funded qualifications. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are preferred.