Health Care Assistant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Truro; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Truro is hiring Health Care Assistants for full-time and part-time roles with flexible hours. The position involves personal care, companionship, and support to clients in their homes. Candidates should be caring, reliable, have a valid driving licence, and at least 3 months of care experience in the UK. Competitive pay rates are offered, with opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay with enhanced rates

Paid induction and ongoing training

Clear career progression opportunities

Use of pool cars or mileage reimbursement

Annual training bonus

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship is available for this role).

Responsibilities

• Support clients with personal care (washing, dressing, meals).
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with daily tasks and outings.
• Be a trusted and familiar presence.

Skills

Friendly, caring and reliable nature

Ability to work alternate weekends

Full UK driving licence

Minimum 3 months care experience

Job description

Health Care Assistants – Truro

Join a supportive care team across Cornwall. We’re hiring Health Care Assistants. Full-time and part-time roles available with flexible hours, with career progression and extensive training available.

What You Need

• A friendly, caring and reliable nature
• Full UK driving licence & access to your own car
• Able to work alternate weekends
• Shifts available: 7am–2pm and 4pm–10pm
• A minimum of 3 months care experience within the UK
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship is available for this role)

Pay Rates

• Weekday (under 2 hours): £13.30 per hour
• Weekday (2 hours or more): £12.80 per hour
• Weekend (under 2 hours): £13.85 per hour
• Weekend (2 hours or more): £13.00 per hour
• Bank Holidays: up to £15.15 per hour
• Sleeping Nights: £60 to £80 per night
• Training and travel time: £12.21 per hour

The Role

You’ll support clients in their own homes to live safely and independently. Your responsibilities will include:

• Personal care (washing, dressing, meals, medication)
• Offering companionship and emotional support to clients
• Assisting with daily tasks and outings
• Being a trusted and familiar presence

What’s Offered

• Competitive hourly pay with enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays
• Paid induction and accredited ongoing training
• Fully funded qualifications from Level 2 to management level
• Use of pool cars or mileage reimbursement
• Uniforms and care materials provided
• Annual training bonus
• 24/7 access to medical advice and counselling
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Clear career progression opportunities

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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