Female Care Assistant

Cera Care; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay rates on bank holidays

Holiday entitlement and pension scheme

Free DBS/PVG check, company mobile and

Uniform

Paid mileage between care visits

BHN Extras and Blue Light Card scheme

Discounts on driving lessons, fuel,</n

insurance and cycle hire

Enhanced parental leave: 12 weeks full

maternity pay, plus paternity and}}

NVQs and Care Certificate training

Wellbeing support incl. EAP and health

Eye tests and glasses contributions

Care Friends referral reward (£400)

Job summary

Cera is seeking a Care Assistant to support our mission of helping people live longer, healthier and happier lives at home in Felixstowe and surrounding areas. No prior experience is needed, and full training will be provided.

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential to reach clients across Felixstowe, Trimley St Mary, Trimley St Martin and Walton. Expect vary­ing shifts—including mornings, days, evenings and nights—with every other weekend off.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; training provided.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, washing and dressing.
• Administer medication as required and prepare meals.
• Support with domestic tasks and offer companionship.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to clients.

Job description

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 Felixstowe, Trimley St Mary, Trimley St Martin, Walton 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.