Home Care Assistant (Domiciliary Care)

Kingsley Home Care; Bury St Edmunds; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Training & uniforms

Living Wage employer

Flexible shifts

Driving licence preferred

Job summary

Kingsley Healthcare Limited is hiring a Home Care Assistant to join our family and provide compassionate, person‑centred care in clients' homes. You will deliver high‑quality personal care, support independence, and uphold dignity while representing Kingsley with professionalism.

We offer paid mileage, fully paid training and uniforms, flexible shifts including weekends and evenings, and the chance to grow within a values‑driven, award‑winning care provider that puts residents and staff first.

Qualifications

• Caring and patient demeanor suitable for home care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay calm and handle challenging situations.
• Full training provided; experience in care is a plus.
• Access to a car and full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal care while protecting client dignity and independence.
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet client and business needs.
• Represent Kingsley Home Care with professionalism and pride.

Skills

Caring nature

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Willingness to learn

Car access / UK driving licence

Job description

About the company

At Kingsley Healthcare, we are more than just a care home group - we are a proud, family-run business driven by a passion to make a meaningful difference in people's lives every single day. Our dedicated teams transform care into a calling, delivering excellence with compassion, integrity, and respect.

As the UK's only large care home provider to achieve B Corp certification, we continue to lead the sector in responsible, values-driven care. In 2024 and again in 2025, we were honoured to be named Health Investor's Residential Elderly Large Care Provider of the Year, a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation.

For eight consecutive years, we've been recognised among the Top 20 Large UK Care Home Groups by carehome.co.uk, reflecting consistently high standards and resident satisfaction. We are also proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring that the dedication of our team members is valued and fairly rewarded.

Our commitment to people-first values has earned us outstanding workplace recognition, including a 4.7 rating on Glassdoor, a 4.5 rating on Indeed, and the No.1 ranking in the UK for wellbeing at work (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023).

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that puts both its residents and people at the heart of everything it does, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

Join Our Family as a Home Care Assistant – We Value You!

At Kingsley Home Care Services, we believe in taking care of our carers just as they care for our clients. As an accredited Living Wage employer, we're proud to offer some of the most competitive pay in the area:

• Paid mileage, in addition to your hourly rate
• Fully paid training & uniforms – no experience needed
• Various shifts available including weekends (07:00 - 14:00) & evenings (16:00 - 22:00)
• Driving Licence - required

Kingsley Home Care Services offers unique, person-centred care, supporting clients to live their chosen lifestyle from the comfort of their own homes. As part of the award-winning Kingsley Healthcare Group, we have a strong commitment to compassionate care and give you the tools and support to truly make a difference.

• 2024 Health Investors Residential Elderly Care Provider of the Year
• Top 20 large UK care home groups for eight years running (carehome.co.uk)
• No.1 in the UK for workplace wellbeing (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023)
• 4.6 Glassdoor rating – one of the highest in our sector!

We don't just offer a job – we offer a career where you're valued. You'll be part of a caring and passionate team, with room to grow and develop your skills. At Kingsley, we prioritise the wellbeing of our staff, because we know happy staff means better care.

Reports to: Care Coordinator/ Home Care Manager

Key duties and responsibilities

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll:

• Provide high-quality personal care, always respecting client dignity and promoting independence within the clients' home
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet client and business needs
• Represent Kingsley Home Care with professionalism and pride

Skills and attributes

• A caring, patient nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Experience is a plus, but full training is provided
• Access to a car and full UK driving licence is preferred

What will you gain?

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting both clients and staff. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to wellbeing, you'll have the chance to truly thrive in a rewarding role.

Make a real difference – join Kingsley Home Care today!