Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in care services is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role offers flexibility with various shift patterns and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. No prior experience is required, but candidates must have the right to work in the UK and a full driving license. The company values career development and offers support for recognized qualifications.

Benefits

Paid mileage of 35p per mile

Early Pay App

Referral bonus up to £100

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Apprenticeship opportunities

Support for nationally recognized qualifications

FREE Blue Light Card

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK required.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and personal care.
• Assisting with mobility and overseeing medication.
• Helping with household tasks and errands.

Skills

Adaptability

Kindness

Caring attitude

Education

Care Certificate

NVQs

Job description

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Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care and who want to help others join our amazing teams. We don't require previous social care experience, but we do require you to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle are necessary.

If you're seeking a flexible job, various shift patterns are available, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App allowing you to request up to 50% of your pay in advance of payday
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Direct employment as a care assistant grants you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities for existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognized qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us—if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card for discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on the cost of living

Being a Care Assistant requires adaptability, kindness, and a caring attitude. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care such as showering, bathing, and toileting
• Assisting with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping with household tasks like cleaning, cooking, and tidying
• Running errands such as shopping or prescription pickups