Health Care Assistant

Silver One; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Penrith is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support service users with personal care and household tasks. This full-time role requires strong interpersonal skills, a driving license, and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates will have previous home care experience and must own a car. Competitive pay and full training leading to a Certificate in Care are provided.

Benefits

On-site parking

Full training leading to a Certificate in Care

Qualifications

• Authorisation to work in the UK.
• 1 year of home care experience preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and own car required.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with personal care tasks.
• Assist in medication monitoring and reporting.
• Perform household tasks and meal preparation.

Skills

Household tasks

Personal care

Good record keeping

Communication skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job title: Health Care Assistant

Caption: Job details

Details

• Posting date: 09 September 2025
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 09 October 2025
• Location: Penrith Cumbria
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Silver One
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference:

Summary

Pay: £12.21-£12.25 per hour

Job description:

Silver One (London) Ltd is looking for a FEMALE care worker. This is a full time position (Zero hours contract).

Duties: Duties will include but will not be limited to household tasks, personal care, social calls with friends etc. which allow the service user to maintain their independence in their own home. Personal care can include washing, dressing, bathing, and toileting. Monitoring medication and providing assistance where necessary. An ability to keep good records and report any concerns to fellow healthcare professionals. Household tasks can include light housework and meal preparation.

Wage and travel: A competitive rate of pay is on offer £750-£875 per week depending on experience. 15p per mile for travel. £50 per hour for mileage. Full training is given leading to a Certificate in Care.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Holidays, Night Shift, Overtime, Weekend availability.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Authorisation to work in the UK
• GCSE or equivalent
• 1 Year home care preferred
• English required
• Licence/Certification Dementia awareness preferred
• Full UK driving licence
• MUST HAVE OWN CAR
• This job is in the Penrith area; the candidate must reside in this area or be willing to relocate.

Job Types: Full-time, Zero hours contract

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Work Location: In person