Orpington Home Care Assistant (weekend time slots)

Gracious Care (Holdings) Limited; Orpington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free mileage

Annual leave

Pension

Refer-a-friend bonus

Funding for qualifications

Training provided

Travel time paid

Ongoing training

Regular field-based support

Holiday rate premium

Job summary

Gracious Care is a leading private care provider operating in Bromley, Beckenham and surrounding areas. We are seeking enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our team delivering high-quality in-home care to vulnerable adults in Orpington, Bromley and Beckenham, with flexible hours to suit your life.

You’ll receive comprehensive training, paid shadowing and ongoing support while completing the Care Certificate, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in Orpington or Beckenham and surrounding areas.
• Flexible hours available incl. day/evening/night shifts and live-in care.
• DBS check and references will be undertaken in line with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients in the community.
• Assist with meals and daily tasks.
• Support with medication as required and provide companionship.

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Gracious Care is a leading provider of private care in the Bromley and Beckenham areas. We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our growing team providing a high-quality and much-needed service to vulnerable people in Orpington, Bromley and Beckenham areas

We understand the importance of work–life balance, which is why we offer flexible working. Tell us the hours you can manage and we’ll do our best to match them. We offer full-time, part-time and guaranteed hour contracts, with opportunities for day shifts, evening and weekend work, night shifts and live-in care.

We work in the community, providing essential support with everyday tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, medication support and companionship. You’ll receive comprehensive training, paid shadowing and ongoing support while completing the Care Certificate, ensuring you feel confident and valued in your role.

What we’re looking for:

Kind, dependable individuals who genuinely care about improving the quality of life for vulnerable adults. You must live in or within reasonable commuting distance of Orpington or Beckenham and be fully committed to delivering high-quality care.

What are we offering in return:

• Tax-free mileage at 25p per mile
• 4 weeks paid annual leave pro rata
• Company pension
• Refer-a-friend bonus (up to £50)
• Career progression with funded qualifications (L2–L5)
• Comprehensive and ongoing training, supportive team and smart technology making your job easier
• Travel time paid separately
• Ongoing training
• Regular field-based support
• Bank holiday rates enhanced

We are particularly interested in hearing from

individuals who live in BR3 (Beckenham, West Wickham and BR5 (St Mary Cray, St Paul's Cray, Petts Wood) and BR6 (Orpington, Locksbottom, Farnborough, Chelsfield and surrounding areas).

Gracious Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DBS checking and references will be undertaken for all applicants in line with government regulations and recruitment best practices.

Work Location: In person

We do not offer any sponsorship