Female Care Assistant

Cera Care; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay on bank holidays

Holiday entitlement & pension scheme

Free DBS/PVG check

Company mobile phone

Uniform provided

Paid mileage between visits

Discounts via BHN Extras & Blue Light

Driving lesson discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Care Certificate & NVQ progression

Wellbeing support & health plans

Care Friends referral reward

Job summary

Cera Care is hiring Care Assistants in and around Bury St Edmunds to support clients at home, delivering compassionate care that helps people live independently and safely. No prior experience is required; a kind, sociable nature and a willingness to learn are praised.

Flexible part-time and full-time shifts are available with weekend patterns and a driving licence or access to a vehicle required. Training is provided, with DBS/PVG checks and a company mobile, mileage paid between visits, and a

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required.
• A valid driving licence or access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, washing and dressing.
• Administer medication as required.
• Prepare meals and perform domestic tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

• Compensation: GBP 13.45 - GBP 13.45 - hourly

Job Description

Join Cera as a Care Assistant, supporting our mission to transform social care and help more people live longer, healthier and happier lives in the comfort of their own homes.

Are you kind, sociable and passionate about making a difference? Then we have the ideal opportunity for you. No previous experience is needed – just a genuine desire to care.

We're hiring part-time and full-time care assistants across Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Long Melford, Barrow, West Stow, Sudbury and nearby locations. A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, and we offer a flexible approach to shifts including mornings, days, evenings and nights. To promote work-life balance, you'll typically have every other weekend off.

What we offer:

• Enhanced pay rates on bank holidays
• Holiday entitlement and pension scheme
• Free DBS/PVG check, company mobile phone and uniform
• Paid mileage between care visits
• Access to BHN Extras and the Blue Light Card Scheme for thousands of discounts
• Exclusive savings on driving lessons, fuel, insurance, maintenance and cycle hire
• Enhanced parental leave: 12 weeks full maternity pay, plus paternity and other parental benefits
• Career development pathway including Care Certificate and NVQs – half of our salaried roles are filled internally
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including EAP, mental health first aiders, healthcare cash plans, free eye tests and glasses contributions
• £400 referral reward through our Care Friends scheme

Whether you've worked professionally in care, supported a loved one, or simply enjoy helping others, we're looking for your compassion and commitment. Full training will be provided – it's your values that matter most.

Duties may include assisting with personal care, washing and dressing, administering medication, meal preparation and domestic tasks. More importantly, you'll offer companionship and emotional support, bringing comfort and reassurance to those in your care.

At Cera, we use innovative technology to make caring easier. Our tools reduce paperwork and boost care outcomes, allowing you to focus on supporting clients. With predictive alerts, our tech helps prevent hospital visits and reduces risks – enhancing your ability to make a real impact.

If you're seeking a truly rewarding role where your kindness brings smiles and safety, apply today.

Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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