Home Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established domiciliary care provider is seeking a Home Care Assistant to provide support to elderly clients in Newark and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include personal care, assistance with daily activities, and transportation for appointments. The role offers flexible full- and part-time shifts, with competitive pay of £14 per hour on weekdays and £15.50 on weekends. Training is provided for those without experience.

Benefits

28 days fully paid annual holiday

Travel time paid at full hourly rate

Mileage reimbursement of 35p

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Experience in care preferred but not essential.
• Must be within 11-12 miles from Newark.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes.
• Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Drive clients to appointments as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication skills in English

Reliability

Basic literacy skills

Ability to work alone and in a team

Job description

Home Care Assistant

Small, well established, independent company. We are a friendly team providing domiciliary care to elderly people in Newark and surrounding villages.

Pay:

• Travel time paid at full hourly rate from beginning to end of shift.
• Time is paid at full hourly rate from beginning to end of shift (no gaps).
• £14 per hour on weekdays, £15.50 per hour on weekends
• Mileage 35p

Shifts:

• Full time only & Part time available... 20-30-40 hours
• Alternate weekends required
• Early shifts 7am-2/3pm, Lates 3:30-9pm
• Contract guarantees minimum weekly hours & includes 28 days fully paid annual holiday

Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes, following care plans and support from senior colleagues
• Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. We cover all kinds of support, from housework to end-of-life care
• Drive clients to appointments or outings as needed
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Valid driver's licence & own vehicle
• Ability to provide compassionate care
• Strong communication skills in English
• Basic literacy skills for documentation and communication
• Experience in care preferred but not essential
• Must be reliable, patient, happy to both work alone and in a team
• Experience preferred but not essential as full, paid training is provided. Must have own transport
• Be within 11-12 miles from Newark
• Female only due to client preferences