Health Care Assistant

Nightingale Hammerson; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Carlisle, Cumbria is seeking compassionate individuals for the Home Care Assistant role. This temporary position offers an hourly rate of £13.50 weekdays and £20.00 on bank holidays, with the potential to become permanent. Responsibilities include providing personal care, assisting with medication, and supporting clients' well-being. Flexible shifts are available. Join the team to make a difference in clients' lives while benefiting from training and career progression.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Paid mileage and travel time

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Reliable and dedicated to supporting clients.
• Experience in care is helpful, but full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship to clients.
• Assist with medication administration and promote independence.
• Keep accurate care records and communicate effectively.

Skills

Compassion

Dependability

Excellent Communication

Job description

Home Care Assistant – Temporary (Potential to Go Permanent) – Carlisle, Cumbria

Hourly Rate:£13.50 weekdays | £20.00 bank holidays
Contract Type:Temporary (with the potential to go permanent – not guaranteed)
Hours:Around 20 hours per week (overtime available)
Shift Patterns:Between 7:00 am – 10:00 pm, including alternate weekends
Location:Carlisle, Cumbria

A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.

Join Our Caring Team

Are you compassionate, dependable, and passionate about making a difference? We’re looking for Home Care Assistants to join our dedicated team providing exceptional support to clients in their own homes across Carlisle and the surrounding areas.

This is a temporary position with the potential to become permanent, offering you a rewarding opportunity to support others while building a career in care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide personal care and companionship to clients in their homes
• Assist with medication administration (training provided)
• Support mobility and use equipment safely where needed
• Promote clients’ well‑being and independence
• Keep accurate care records and communicate effectively with your team
• Work flexibly across a range of shifts to suit your lifestyle

What We Offer

• £13.50 per hour (weekday rate)
• £20.00 per hour on bank holidays
• Weekly pay (Fridays)
• Paid mileage and travel time
• Company pension contributions
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Double pay on public holidays
• Flexible working patterns with consistent rotas
• 24-hour support from our management team
• Career progression – we actively encourage and support development

About You

We’re looking for caring, motivated individuals who are:

• Reliable, compassionate, and dedicated
• Excellent communicators with a positive attitude
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
• Experience in care is helpful but not essential – full training is provided

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a truly rewarding role where you can make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our friendly team in Carlisle, Cumbria.

Salary / Benefits:£13.50