Home Care Assistant

GoodOaks Homecare; Northwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (£15.80–£16.30/hr)

Holiday pay

Mileage at 45p/mi

Pension contributions

Induction training

Virtual GP service

Paid DBS check

Career progression & training

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Good Oaks Home Care Ltd is seeking caring and reliable Care Professionals to support clients in the Northwich area, including Knutsford and Winsford. You will visit clients at home to assist with daily living activities, personal care, and companionship while delivering a high standard of person-centred care.

This role offers training, induction, DBS checks paid, and pension contributions, with pay rates from £15.80 to £16.30 per hour and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Clear DBS check
• At least two references
• Driving licence and use of your own car
• Valid right to work in the UK (we can't offer sponsorship switch)

Responsibilities

• Help clients get up and ready for the day.
• Provide personal care as needed.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Offer companionship and conversation.
• Prepare meals and assist with household tasks.
• Support outings and daily activities.

Job description

We are an award-winning visiting and live in home care company and pride ourselves on the professional yet personal service that our carers provide.

At GoodOaks we strive to be the go-to provider of quality care at home by valuing, developing, and rewarding the caring people who work with us. We’re looking for more great people to join our team in the surrounding area of Northwich, Knutsford and Winsford.

Why become a Care Professional with us?

The role of Care Professional can give real satisfaction and fulfilment in a job well done. This active role supports clients who are relying on you to be able to remain in the home they love. It’s a very responsible job, supporting a wide range of clients with professionalism, empathy, and a smile.

On top of this, in reward for all your hard work, you will receive:

• Competitive pay rates from £15.80- £16.30 per hour (per hour visit)

• Paid holiday pay, mileage at 45p a mile and pension contributions

• Full induction training provided and paid

• Access to our virtual GP service

• Paid DBS check

• Supportive, proactive, and understanding management

• Career progression and ongoing training plus supported qualifications

• Employee discounts including Blue Light Card

What will you be doing as a Care Professional

Your visits can include helping clients get up and ready for the day, personal care, medication administration, companionship, meal preparation, household chores, outings and more.

What do we require?

• Clear DBS check

• At least two references

• Driving licence and use of your own car

• Valid right to work in the UK (we can't offer sponsorship switch)

Previous experience in healthcare is desirable such as domiciliary care, residential care, or support work however this is not essential as we will provide full training.

If you're reliable, naturally caring, and passionate about providing great, person-centred care.