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Walfinch Oxfordshire; Wantage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading domiciliary care provider in the UK seeks passionate care workers to assist clients with personal care, meal preparation, and social activities. Full and part-time opportunities are available with competitive hourly rates starting from £12.50. Candidates should have a valid driving licence and a genuine passion for helping others. The role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Double pay for Bank Holidays

Paid travel time

Full training provided

28 days paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Have a valid Driving Licence and own a car.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Genuine passion for helping others and wanting to make a positive difference.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care.
• Advise, support, and undertake planning, preparation, cooking and serving of meals.
• Administer or prompt medication.

Skills

Communication skills

Passion for helping others

Calm under pressure

Job description

Overview

Location: Walfinch Oxfordshire, Unit 17, White Barn. Manor Road

Do you feel you have what it takes to join our excellent care team? We are looking for care workers who are passionate and caring and want to make a difference in someone’s life by providing a high quality of support.

Some of your roles and responsibilities will be as follows but not exclusive:

• Assisting with personal care
• Advise, support and or undertake the planning, preparation, cooking and serving of meals
• Support or undertake household duties
• Administer or prompting of medication
• Companionship
• Social activities
• Pet Care
• Attending appointments
• Shopping

About The Role

We are looking for hard-working, positive, and pro-active individuals and in return we will offer you:

• Very competitive hourly rates starting from £12.50 per hour Monday to Friday and from £14.50 per hour weekends
• Double pay for Bank Holidays and Triple pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years
• Paid mileage
• Paid travel time
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Free DBS, Uniform and PPE
• Local office and on call support 7 days a week
• Full training provided on induction and throughout your career with us
• Opportunities for career progression with us
• On-going recognition and support by the management team

What We Need From You

• Have a valid Driving Licence and own a car
• Good communication skills
• Genuine passion for helping others and wanting to make a positive difference
• Stay calm under pressure
• The right to work in the UK

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all areas of society.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Skills & About The Company

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established in 2019, Walfinch has rapidly expanded its services across the UK, becoming a trusted name in domiciliary care.

The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including elderly care, dementia support, and assistance for individuals with various health conditions.

Walfinch\'s commitment to quality is evident through its rigorous recruitment process, ensuring all carers meet high standards of professionalism and compassion.

By focusing on personalised care plans, Walfinch empowers clients to design services that fit their unique needs, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.

Company Culture

Walfinch fosters a supportive and flexible work environment, emphasizing teamwork and open communication.

Employees appreciate the personable management and the emphasis on work-life balance, with flexible hours accommodating diverse schedules.

The company values its carers, recognising them as the cornerstone of its services, and ensures they are well-supported and appreciated.

This positive workplace culture contributes to high-quality care for clients and a fulfilling work experience for staff.

Required & Desired Criteria

• Have a valid driving license
• The right to work in the UK

Closing Date: Tuesday 14th October, 2025

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: From £12.50 Hourly to £14.50 Hourly