Female Care Assistant

SweetTree Home Care Services; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading domiciliary care service provider in the UK is looking for a Female Care Assistant to support clients in their daily routines. The position offers flexible working hours, varied contract options, and continuous professional development. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 months experience in home care and a commitment to personal-centered care. Join a supportive community that values your skills and dedication to making a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Early earnings access via Wagestream

Training and professional development

24-hour support

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Incentive rewards

Exclusive savings offers

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months work experience in a home care setting.
• Ability to connect with elderly or disabled clients.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, manual handling, and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with daily activities and routines.
• Administering medications.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Helping with grocery shopping and meal preparation.
• Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Maintain records and documentation.

Skills

Empathy

Medication administration

Food hygiene knowledge

Manual handling

Client support through daily activities

Record keeping

Job description

Female Care Assistant

Location: London – Various Locations
Shifts: Flexible working hours
Salary: £13.15 – £14.55 per hour (with the ability to access a % of your earnings in just 4 days or less after completing shifts!)*

At SweetTree Home Care Services, we believe that there's something truly special about providing care within the comfort of someone's home.

If you're an experienced, dedicated Care Assistant with a deep understanding of individuals needs we want to hear from you. Your hands‑on experience and your commitment to making a difference in people’s lives are what set you apart. As a Care Assistant, you'll receive specialised training and have the unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and caring community that values your skills and dedication. Whether you're seeking full‑time or part‑time positions, we would ideally require a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with a minimum of 3‑hour visits per client to ensure the highest level of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with daily activities and routines, ensuring their comfort and well‑being.
• Administering medications, making a meaningful difference in their health journey.
• Providing companionship and emotional support throughout the day.
• Helping with grocery shopping and meal preparation based on client preferences.
• Collaboration with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Maintain meticulous records and documentation, ensuring the highest standard of care.

Eligibility Criteria

• ✅ Minimum 3 months work experience in a home care setting as a Carer, with a deep understanding of client needs.
• ✅ The ability to connect professionally and empathetically with elderly or disabled clients, even in challenging situations.
• ✅ An understanding of the needs of elderly individuals, or disabled adults who are vulnerable within society.
• ✅ Ability to administer medications, making a meaningful difference in their health journey.
• ✅ Ability to help with grocery chopping and meal preparation based on clients’ preferences and needs.
• ✅ Knowledge of food hygiene, manual handling, and health & safety standards.
• ✅ A passion for enabling person centred care and support.
• ✅ The ability to maintain meticulous records and documentation.

What’s in It for You?

• ✨ Flexible working hours that cater to your schedule ensuring a balance of work and personal commitments. Varied contract options, including zero‑hour, part‑time, and full‑time.
• ✨ Early access to your earnings via Wagestream, which provides you with the ability to access a % of your earnings in just 4 days or less after completing shifts!
• ✨ Continuous training and professional development through the renowned SweetTree Home Care Services Academy, including Apprenticeship Opportunities.
• ✨ Unwavering support 24‑hour on‑call assistance and your own dedicated Manager and Coordinator to support you day to day.
• ✨ Incentive Rewards: an attractive £200 Friend Referral Scheme.
• ✨ 28 days of paid holiday, encompassing bank holidays.
• ✨ A Contributory Pension Scheme to plan for your future.
• ✨ Service length awards and recognition.
• ✨ Exclusive savings – Access to the LifeWorks Benefits Scheme, offering monetary savings and exclusive offers.
• ✨ Social events, summer parties, winter parties and awards ceremonies.

About Us:

We are a reputable domiciliary care company that has been successfully operating for two decades, recognised for our commitment to excellence in care and our unwavering dedication to our clients. We take pride in being rated as an 'Outstanding' provider by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), a testament to our exceptional standards and quality of service. Our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional support and community‑based services for individuals with acquired brain injuries and long‑term neurological conditions speaks to our ethos.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us now to be a part of our success story. Your dedication and compassion can transform lives. Apply today and become a valued member of our winning team at SweetTree Home Care Services. Your journey of impact begins here!

*Female/Male requirement exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule