Home Care Assistant

Hales Home Care; Dereham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Dereham is seeking compassionate individuals to join as Home Care Assistants. This role involves supporting clients with personal care, medication management, and companionship. The ideal candidate should be reliable and dedicated to delivering high-quality care. Numerous perks such as flexible hours, career advancement opportunities, and well-being support are offered. Apply today to begin your journey in care.

Benefits

Generous mileage allowance at 30p per mile

Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus

Early Pay access

FREE Blue Light Card

Reward and recognition schemes

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Well-being support

Pension scheme and paid holidays

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping others.
• Shares our values – committed to positive change and professional excellence.
• Experienced in care, hospitality, retail, or customer service (not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting).
• Supporting with medication.
• Preparing nutritious meals.
• Helping with shopping and light household tasks.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Helping others

Team player

Good communication skills

Reliable

Dedicated to delivering high quality care

Job description

Overview

£500 for September Starters. APPLY TODAY! Subject to Ts&Cs.

At Hales Home Care, we know that great care starts with great people. Whether you're new to care or looking for a fresh start, we offer a rewarding career with job security, flexible hours and clear paths for progression.

Looking for a job where you can truly make a difference?

We are looking for kind, reliable and caring individuals to join our team as a Home Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer in Dereham, Norfolk. If you’re ready to support your local community and make a real difference in the lives of the people we care for, we’d love to hear from you!

Areas covered: Dereham, Shipdham, Mattishall, Hockering, East Tuddenham, Beetley, Gressenhall and the surrounding areas.

Shift patterns: 0630 - 1430, 1500 - 2300, 4/3 shift pattern. Other shift patterns and non-regular bank work may be available.

Right to work in the UK - Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Tier 2 sponsorship at this time. Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle.

What makes a great Hales Care Assistant

• Passionate about helping others
• A team player with good communication skills
• Reliable, honest and dedicated to delivering high quality care
• Experienced in care, hospitality, retail, or customer service (not essential)
• Shares our values – committed to positive change, trust, professional excellence and delivering personalised care

As a Hales Care Assistant in Dereham, you’ll support people to live safely and independently in their own homes by

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Supporting with medication
• Preparing nutritious meals
• Helping with shopping and light household tasks
• Providing companionship and emotional support

We value our staff and provide them with the tools and support needed for success including

• Smart tech – mobile app for logging visits and care updates
• Career advancement including fully funded qualifications and apprenticeships
• Paid induction and ongoing training and development
• Flexible and guaranteed hours – full or part time, mornings, evenings or weekends to suit your lifestyle

At Hales, we offer excellent perks and benefits including

• Generous mileage allowance at 30p per mile
• Up to £517 Refer a Friend bonus for you and your friend
• Early Pay access with Hastee
• FREE Blue Light Card – exclusive discounts at over 15,000 retailers
• Reward and recognition schemes: Hales Heroes Monthly Draw, Quarterly Awards and Hales Care Annual Awards
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Cycle and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Well-being support – therapy sessions, 24/7 helpline, health app
• Pension scheme and paid holidays
• Free uniform and PPE

Ready to start your career in care? Apply today and become part of a team that truly values you. Your future in care starts with Hales.

About us

Since 1999, Hales Home Care has been delivering personalised, tech-enabled care to vulnerable people across the UK. We’re proud to support our communities with compassion, professionalism, and innovation.

Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.