Home Care Assistant

Alcester Home Care; Alcester; Hybrid; GBP 17,331 - 24,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid induction, training, and shadowing

Free uniform

Free enhanced DBS check

Early Pay access

Employee Bonus Scheme

Discounts and Benefits App

Job summary

Alcester Home Care in Alcester seeks compassionate support workers for high-quality, person-centred care. This flexible role comes with a zero-hours contract and offers £15.25 per hour, along with travel compensation. You will maintain clients' independence while providing personal care, meal support, and companionship. No prior experience needed; training and qualifications like Care Certificate and NVQs are supported. Enjoy working in a friendly, supportive team focused on delivering exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• No previous care experience is required as full training is provided.
• Class 1 Business Insurance can be added to your insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality personal care, meal preparation, medication support, and companionship.
• Supporting clients to maintain independence and dignity.
• Assisting with daily living activities.
• Building trusted relationships with clients and their families.
• Maintaining safe, clean, and comfortable home environments.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Reliability

Education

Care Certificate

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Alcester

Job Description

Are you looking for flexible work where you can truly make a difference? At Alcester Home Care Agency, we provide high-quality, person-centred care while valuing, supporting, and respecting our care team.

This role is offered on a Zero-Hours Contract, giving you flexibility while still being part of a friendly, supportive, and professional care agency.

What We Offer:

• £15.25 per hour (includes travel time)
• 35p per mile
• Zero-hours contract with flexible working patterns
• Includes one evening shift and alternate weekends (subject to availability)
• Supportive management and ongoing guidance
• Fully funded NVQ qualifications (up to Level 5)
• Staff recognition awards

Additional Benefits:

• Fully paid induction, training, and shadowing
• Free uniform
• Free enhanced DBS check and enrolment onto the DBS Update Service
• Early Pay access – withdraw up to 50% of your earnings before payday
• Employee Bonus Scheme
• Salary Extras, Discounts and Benefits App

Why Choose Alcester Home Care?

• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• No rushed visits – most calls are a minimum of one hour
• Paid travel included within your hourly rate
• Well-organised rotas planned in advance where possible
• Friendly, approachable management and a genuinely supportive team

What We’re Looking For:

No previous care experience is required — full training is provided.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature
• Availability to meet training and compliance requirements
• Class 1 Business Insurance (can be added to your policy)
• Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Your Responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality personal care, meal preparation, medication support, and companionship
• Supporting clients to maintain independence and dignity
• Assisting with daily living activities
• Building trusted relationships with clients and their families
• Maintaining safe, clean, and comfortable home environments

You are kind, patient, dependable, and a strong communicator. You value flexibility, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and take pride in delivering outstanding care while being part of a supportive and caring team.