Part-Time Care Assistant – £13.50/hr Paid Travel Time 35p Mileage Guaranteed Hours

Anglia Home Support Services LTD; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking part-time Care Assistants in Sheringham. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care and supporting daily living activities. This role offers competitive pay, training, and opportunities for career progression. We require candidates to have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Join us to make a difference in your community!

Benefits

Guaranteed Hours

Bonuses for performance

Paid induction before visiting clients

Free DBS check

Access to the Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Access to your own vehicle is necessary.
• Kindness and a genuine desire to help others are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming.
• Support clients in daily living activities like meal preparation.
• Develop and follow care plans tailored to client needs.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress.
• Ensure a safe environment for clients.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Basic IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in a care setting

Ability to implement care plans

Job description

Overview

Caremark is one of the UK’s leading home care providers, with over 140 offices across the UK and Ireland, supporting thousands of clients every day. Each office is independently owned, and at Caremark North Norfolk, we take pride in delivering care that reflects our community’s values, standards, and trust. Led by a local owner and based in our brand-new Cromer office, we offer in-house training, a supportive team culture, and a commitment to setting the standard for care in our region.

We are currently hiring part-time Care Assistants in Cromer, Sheringham, Holt, Fakenham, North Walsham, Blakeney, and surrounding villages, with full-time roles available as our team expands. Training is provided, so whether you’re experienced or new to care, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Pay and Benefits

• £13.50 per hour
• Effective hourly rate of £15.13 including holiday pay
• Earn £20.25/hr on bank holidays (time and a half pay)
• Guaranteed Hours
• Full travel time paid (you’re paid for every second on the road)
• 35p per mile mileage reimbursement
• Bonuses for performance and referrals
• MOT paid for annually
• Uniform provided
• Free DBS check
• Paid induction before visiting clients
• Access to the Blue Light Card – discounts across hundreds of retailers and services

Career Progression

• Work toward your Care Certificate
• Funded progression through Level 2, 3, 4, and 5 Health & Social Care qualification
• Opportunities to grow into Field Care Supervisor, Care Coordinator, or Trainer roles
• Be part of a growing team with premium standards and local leadership

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support clients in daily living activities, including meal preparation and medication management.
• Develop and follow care plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress and report any changes to the care team.
• Foster positive relationships with clients through effective communication and companionship.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for clients by adhering to health and safety standards.
• Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required, ensuring their safety during transport.

Skills

• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Basic IT skills for maintaining records and using care management software.
• Excellent communication skills to build rapport with clients and their families.
• Experience in a care home or home care setting is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to understand and implement care plans effectively.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Access to your own vehicle
• Kindness, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others

Job Types

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Permanent
• Zero hours contract

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel
• Referral programme