Homecare Worker

Alcedo Care Limited; Thornton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking dedicated Home Care Workers to support individuals with personal care, medication preparation, and companionship. You will work flexible hours in a rewarding role that offers 6 months experience and excellent rates of pay (£13.40 to £15.25). Join an award-winning team and make a real difference in the lives of those in your community.

Benefits

£250 Welcome Bonus after probation

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral bonus of £500

Mileage contribution for drivers

Flexible hours – full-time, part-time, and casual shifts

24/7 wellbeing support

Award-winning training

Career development through funded NVQs

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.
• 6 months hands-on UK care experience for specific roles.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care and daily routines.
• Provide companionship and encourage independence.
• Assist with medication and meal preparation.

Skills

Personal care

Medication preparation

Household tasks

Encouraging independence

Experience with complex needs

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

As a Home Care Worker, you'll support people of all ages with:

• Personal care (washing, dressing, continence support)
• Medication and meal preparation
• Household tasks and daily routines
• Encouraging independence and providing companionship

Experience & Opportunities

With 6 months experience we also offer opportunities to work in:

• Complex Care (£14.75–£15.25) – supporting individuals with conditions such as spinal injuries, neurological disorders, and respiratory needs. Training includes tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, postural support, and more.
• Children's Support (£13.40–£14.40) – providing personal care, emotional support, and daily assistance for children and young people with complex needs.
• Mental Health Support (£13.40–£14.40) – offering practical and emotional support to help individuals manage routines, reduce isolation, and build confidence.

No prior experience? That's okay. Our Candidate Assessment Programme (CAP) during onboarding will give you the skills and confidence you need.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• Willing to work flexible hours, including alternate weekends
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required
• For Complex Care, Children's or Mental Health duties we require at least 6 months’ hands‑on UK care experience.

Disability Confident

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Make a Real Difference

As a Home Care Worker with Alcedo Care Blackpool working in the areas of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre, you will experience excellent rates of pay (£13.40 to £15.25) plus pension, plus Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled‑up pay rate of £15.47 to £17.60). Do you have a caring nature and a passion for helping others live safely and independently in their own homes? If so, we'd love you to join our award‑winning team at Alcedo Care. We're proud to be recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for six years running. Every day, our amazing carers deliver high‑quality support, enriching lives and making a lasting impact in local communities.

Why Choose Alcedo Care?

Benefits

• £250 Welcome Bonus after completing probation (for full‑time and part‑time roles)
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Referral bonus – earn £500 for every successful referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible hours – full‑time, part‑time, and casual shifts
• 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Award‑winning training from our in‑house team, including Registered Nurses
• Career development through our Rising Stars programme and fully funded NVQs

With over 24 branches across the North West, Lakes & Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million hours of care each year – all while keeping family values and a supportive culture at the heart of what we do.