Compassionate Home Care Assistant — Empower Independence

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited in Wakefield is seeking a Home Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care in clients' homes across Bradford and surrounding West Yorkshire. You will assist with daily living, meals, mobility, medication administration, and companionship, while maintaining dignity and safety, following care plans and company policies.

A driving license and DBS check are required; NVQ in Health and Social Care preferred; flexible rota including early

Qualifications

• Demonstrated empathy and patience when supporting vulnerable adults.
• Reliable, punctual and able to manage time across multiple visits.
• Clear communication with service users, including those with hearing or cognitive challenges.
• Ability to work independently in community settings while maintaining boundaries.
• Driving licence required for travel between service user homes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, daily living activities and maintaining dignity.
• Support meal preparation and hydration according to care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications per care plans and MAR logs.
• Provide light housekeeping and laundry to keep homes safe and tidy.
• Offer social support and meaningful companionship to reduce loneliness.
• Document daily visit notes and report changes to the Care Coordinator.
• Follow infection control guidelines and use PPE as required.
• Report emergencies and escalate concerns per company protocol.

Skills

Empathy

Punctuality

Communication

Independence

Driving license

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited in Wakefield is seeking a Home Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care in clients' homes across Bradford and surrounding West Yorkshire. You will assist with daily living, meals, mobility, medication administration, and companionship, while maintaining dignity and safety, following care plans and company policies.

A driving license and DBS check are required; NVQ in Health and Social Care preferred; flexible rota including early