Homecare Worker

Alcedo Care Limited; Thornton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking Home Care Workers to assist individuals with personal care, medication, and daily routines. This role offers flexibility, with positions available full-time, part-time, and casual. Ideal candidates should be at least 18 years old and have a willingness to work flexible hours, with a focus on compassion and caregiving. Competitive hourly rates and various benefits are included.

Benefits

£250 Welcome Bonus after completing probation

Flexible hours

24/7 wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care and medication.
• Assist with household tasks and daily routines.
• Encourage independence and provide companionship.

Skills

Personal care

Medication support

Flexible working

Empathy

Job description

Overview

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, and Encouraging independence and providing companionship. With 6 months experience we also offer opportunities to work in:

• Complex Care (£13-£14.50) - 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 (£14-£14.50) - providing personal care, emotional support, and daily assistance for children and young people with complex needs.
• Mental Health Support (£13-£14.50) - 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

About Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

Make a Real Difference

Make a Real Difference as a Home Care Worker with Alcedo Care Blackpool working in the areas of Blackpool, Poulton-le-Fylde, St. Annes and Lytham.

Benefits

• £13 to £14.50 hourly rate, PLUS pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled up pay rate of £15.01-£16.74)
• £250 Welcome Bonus after completing probation (for full time and part time roles)
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Referral bonus - earn £252 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.