Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Malmesbury
Pay rate: £12.82
Contracted Hours: Bank
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Digby Court
Pay rate: £12.77
Contracted Hours: Bank
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
Located in the Lincolnshire town of Bourne is Digby Court offering compassionate residential and respite care for up to 35 residents. The home is situated in a quiet residential area, but still close to the centre of the historic market town of Bourne. The town provides a comprehensive range of shops and amenities, all of which are within easy reach of Digby Court.
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Company sick pay (after probation)
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Calne
Pay rate: £12.82
Contracted Hours: Bank
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Care Assistant
Care By Us
🌟 Brighter Days. Fresh Challenges. Real Impact. 🌟
📍 Where You’ll Be Supporting
Care Assistant Opportunities – We are recruiting across East Hertfordshire, including (but not limited to):
- Bishops Stortford (Havers, Birchanger, Hockerill, Thorley)
- Sawbridgeworth
- Hertford
- Ware
- Stanstead Abbotts
- Surrounding villages
Pay: £14.60 – £16.00 per hour + 30p mileage Shifts: 7 days a week
- Day: 06:00/07:00 – 14:00
- Evening: 14:00 – 22:00/23:00
✨ Guaranteed Hours available for the right candidates – giving you the security of regular work.
Why Join Care By Us?
At Care By Us, every day is different. Each shift brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the chance to make a real difference in someone’s life. Whether you’re helping someone start their day with dignity or providing comfort in the evening, your care truly matters.
We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. As the largest care company in the UK, we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change. With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.
🚗 A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
💙 What You’ll Be Doing
As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients, following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.
You’ll help with:
- Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
- Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
- Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
- Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
- Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
- Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships
Job Description
🌟 What Else You’ll Help With
- 🤝 Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
- 💊 Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration
- 🍲 Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs
- 🏡 Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying
- 🚶 Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
- 👀 Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
- 🌍 Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections
- 💬 Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, and a listening ear
- 📝 Documentation – accurate record keeping
- 🛡️ Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments, acting quickly when needed
- 🤝 Collaboration – working closely with colleagues, professionals, and families
Qualifications
🦸 What You’ll Need (Besides a Cape & Superpowers!)
Experience isn’t essential – we’ll provide full training. What matters is your compassion, resilience, and eagerness to learn.
- 💙 Compassion and respect for others
- 🗣️ Strong communication skills
- 🧩 Problem-solving abilities
- ✅ The right to work in the UK (sorry, time travellers from the future can’t apply yet)
- 🚗 A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (especially in rural areas – think Road Runner with kindness!)
Additional Information
...Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Melksham
Pay rate: £12.82
Contracted Hours: 36
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Care Assistant Residential setting
Care By Us
✨ Care Assistant – Join Our Team at Care By Us ✨
Location: Parkside, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 Contract: Full-Time/Part Time
Pay Rates:
- Mon–Fri: £12.77/hour
- Saturday: £13.02/hour
- Sunday: £13.02/hour
🌟 About Us
Parkside consists of 24 self-contained flats for older people. There are five two-bedroom and 19 one-bedroom flats in this sheltered housing scheme. Each flat offers spacious, independent living with wheelchair access. The lounge/dining area of the ground floor flats give onto a garden or decked area, and the first floor flats have a Juliette balcony.
There are communal areas too, including a central dining room and kitchen, hairdressing room, internet room, lounge and gardens. All the flats are linked up to an emergency call system.
A 24-hour staffed service is available with staff on-site from 7.30am – 10pm, plus sleep-in cover on call for emergencies. Our mission is simple: to help people live independently, safely, and with dignity while enjoying fulfilling lives.
⏰ Shift Patterns
Our services run 7 days a week, offering flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle:
- Day Shifts: 8:00/9:00 AM – 2:00/3:00 PM
- Evening Shifts: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Sleep-in/Waking nights Shifts: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM
We value flexibility and reliability, and we provide consistent work for those who are passionate about making a difference.
Why Join Care by us?
At Care by us every day is different. Each shift brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the chance to make a real difference in someone’s life. Whether you’re helping someone start their day with dignity or providing comfort in the evening, your care truly matters.
We see extraordinary achievements happen everyday thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. As the largest care company in the UK, we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change. With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.
Job Description
💙 What You’ll Be Doing
As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients, following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.
You’ll help with:
- Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
- Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
- Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
- Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
- Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
- Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships
🌟 What Else You’ll Help With
- 🤝 Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
- 💊 Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration
- 🍲 Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs
- 🏡 Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying
- 🚶 Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
- 👀 Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
- 🌍
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Melksham
Pay rate: £12.82
Contracted Hours: 36
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Longlands Care Home, Blackbird Leys, Oxfordshire
Pay rate: £12.93ph (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
Contracted Hours:37 hours per week
Shift pattern: 7am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, alternate weekend working
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
Longlands Care Home is situated a quiet residential location in Blackbird Leys in Oxford. Our home is at the heart of a very active local community. We offer a friendly, comfortable environment with a skilled and enthusiastic team that is all about person centred care.
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Search & ApplyJob description
Job description
Care Assistant (0319)
Are you passionate about helping others?
Would you like to make a difference every single day?
If the answers are YES, then we would love to hear from you!
Amica Care Trust offers a range of friendly, welcoming and professional support services, including occasional day care, to assisted living providing the independence many of our resident's desire, through to specialist dementia care for those in most need of our support.
We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to join the team on nights for 24 hours per week (2 night shifts). Full training will be provided.
Day to Day:
- As a Care Assistant at the care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they receive the quality care and support they deserve.
- You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and have the opportunity to bring your dedication and compassion and impact someone's life.
- Each day will be different, you can expect to undertake work that is varied. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
Requirements:
- You'll need to work within the Trust Staff Values and promote these at all times by being an effective communicator, passionate about your work, encouraging team working and have a positive attitude.
- If you have these values, you won't need any specific care experience as we will provide and support you through a training programme in order to reach you potential. Above all, you'll have a real compassion for all our residents in order to deliver the highest standard of care and support.
Rewards:
In return for your commitment to providing the best service to our residents, you will be offered:
- Excellent learning and development opportunities (support to complete your NVQ up to level 5 and regular free training).
- A competitive pension.
- A cycle to work scheme.
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing a range of free and confidential services and advice for you and your family.
- Monthly employee recognition.
- Early access wage scheme.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- A refer a friend bonus of £200.
Close map
Location
The Orchards
Orchard Lane, Crewkerne, Somerset, United Kingdom, TA18 7AF
Loading...
- Location:The Orchards
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Working Schedule:Part-time
- Days/Nights:Nights
- Working Hours:24 hours (2 nights per week)
- Pay Rate:£13.04- 13.30 Per Hour
Loading
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Patchett Lodge
Pay rate: £12.77
Contracted Hours: 24
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
Patchett Lodge Care Home, Holbeach offers high-quality compassionate, individualised residential and respite care for up to 28 residents in a homely, comfortable and safe environment. The home benefits from being situated in large, attractive grounds close to the centre of the small market townof Holbeach.
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
#KP1
#IND1
Carer
Care Assistant
Location: Melksham
Pay rate: £12.82
Contracted Hours: 36
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
Current Vacancies
- High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, HP13 5GA
- £14.26 - £14.26 Per Hour
- Permanent * Part time
- Posted: Friday, January 9, 2026
- CSW24hrsx3HGV271125RW
- Documents
Our stunning Hughenden Gardens Retirement Village based in High Wycombe, are expanding their care team and seeking new team members!
At ExtraCare, we provide our residents with exceptional retirement villages that enhance care and lifestyle opportunities, genuinely fostering ‘better lives for older people.’ We are dedicated to offering rewarding and meaningful careers to all our staff, empowering you to deliver the high-quality service we promise and positively impact our residents' lives.
Are you a Care Assistant who is compassionate, patient, and personable and would like to develop your career with us? If so, we would like to hear from you. We offer a comprehensive domiciliary care service all in one location, eliminating the need for travel between jobs.
ExtraCare does not participate in the current “UK Visa Sponsorship” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship.
The Role
- Role: Care Assistant (multiple positions available due to business growth)
-
Hours: 24 hours per week - 4x shifts per week (7am-1pm / 4pm-10pm)
Includes alternate weekends - Salary: £14.26 per hour
- Location: Hughenden Gardens Village, Hughenden Boulevard, High Wycombe, HP13 5GA
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing all aspects of domiciliary care to our residents. This includes assisting with both physical and personal care, as well as supporting them in social activities. You will take pride in promoting and enhancing the physical and emotional well-being of our residents, while also encouraging their independence and self-confidence.
About you
You should have a genuine passion for providing exceptional care. Being friendly and easy to talk to is essential as you will need to communicate well with both our residents and your colleagues. Ideally, you will possess a care certificate or be open to undertaking the qualification. Flexibility with hours is important, as you’ll be working on a rota basis with the need to cover alternate weekends.
A highly rewarding career awaits individuals who thrive in a collaborative and encouraging team atmosphere, providing diverse opportunities and an outstanding work environment.
Benefits:
- Golden Hello for All New Care and Support Worker Starters Of £500!(Criteria Applies)
- 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Attendance Reward
- Free Life Insurance
- Buy And Sell Holiday
- Cycle2work Scheme
- Employee Asssitance Program
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
This role will require a satisfactory DBS check, references, and the right to work clearance from the Home Office.
Don’t miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of our residents as one of our Care Assistants. ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
ExtraCare reserve the right to close this advertisement early should the maximum number of applications be received. Be one of the first to apply!
Carer
Carer
Location: Skirbeck Court
Pay rate: £12.77
Contracted Hours: 17.5
We offer various shifts and hours so get in touch and we can help you find the job you want!
Situated in the Lincolnshire town of Boston is Skirbeck Court, offering residential and day care to its 38 residents. The home is set in mature gardens, within walking distance of Boston town centre with its twice weekly market and the famous St Botolph’s Church, visible from the grounds at night under its gothic style illumination.
We are looking for you to work as a care assistant making a real difference to our residents lives every day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, supporting toilet use) we are looking for the right people to genuinely care for our residents and create a happy fulfilled life for them. Some days may be challenging but you will laugh, have fun and make lasting memories. You’ll become part of our extended family too, bringing kindness, exceptional care and dignity to our care homes.
We are looking for both experienced carers and those that are new to care to build our teams with diverse people who can bring all sorts of life experience to the job. We provide induction training and support, with ongoing development opportunities for you to really build a career with us. You will be a great communicator and able to build relationships and positive working and living environments. We’d love you to love your job.
AND IN RETURN
We’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK, meaning we reinvest every penny we make into our homes, residents lives and team members. We offer a great range of benefits:
- 28 days holiday; increasing with length of service (pro rat’d for part time)
- Higher weekend pay
- Workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Free car parking
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Access to our Employee Assistance programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
#KP1
#IND1
Care Assistant
Care By Us
🌟 Brighter Days. Fresh Challenges. Real Impact. 🌟
📍 Where You’ll Be Supporting
Care Assistant Opportunities – We are recruiting across Hertfordshire, including (but not limited to):
We’re currently recruiting in Stevenage and surrounding areas, including:
- Bedwell
- Broadwater
- Shephall
- Great Ashby
- Chells
- Aston & Knebworth
Pay: £14.60 – £16.00 per hour + 30p mileage Shifts: 7 days a week
- Day: 06:00/07:00 – 14:00
- Evening: 14:00 – 22:00/23:00
✨ Guaranteed Hours available for the right candidates – giving you the security of regular work.
Why Join Care By Us?
At Care By Us, every day is different. Each shift brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the chance to make a real difference in someone’s life. Whether you’re helping someone start their day with dignity or providing comfort in the evening, your care truly matters.
We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. As the largest care company in the UK, we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change. With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.
🚗 A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
💙 What You’ll Be Doing
As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients, following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.
You’ll help with:
- Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
- Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
- Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
- Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
- Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships
Job Description
🌟 What Else You’ll Help With
- 🤝 Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
- 💊 Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration
- 🍲 Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs
- 🏡 Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying
- 🚶 Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
- 👀 Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
- 🌍 Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections
- 💬 Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, and a listening ear
- 📝 Documentation – accurate record keeping
- 🛡️ Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments, acting quickly when needed
- 🤝 Collaboration – working closely with colleagues, professionals, and families
Qualifications
🦸 What You’ll Need (Besides a Cape & Superpowers!)
Experience isn’t essential – we’ll provide full training. What matters is your compassion, resilience, and eagerness to learn.
- 💙 Compassion and respect for others
- 🗣️ Strong communication skills
- 🧩 Problem-solving abilities
- ✅ The right to work in the UK (sorry, time travellers from the future can’t apply yet)
- 🚗 A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (especially in rural areas – think Road Runner with kindness!)
Sutton Mental Health Foundation PERSON SPECIFICATION Sutton Crisis Café Deputy Manager ‘E’ denotes essential criteria which will be used in shortlisting, while ‘D’ denotes desirable qualities or factors. 1. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE • Experience of engaging positively with visitors (using a person-centred approach) and E stakeholders involved in their care to form collaborative, warm and empathetic relationships with diverse individuals leading to positive outcomes • Experience of confidently and effectively assessing risks and needs, as well as developing appropriate risk management plans • Understanding of issues facing people in a mental health crisis, and experience of communicating effectively with people in a mental health crisis to finding safe and positive ways to ‘hold’ and de-escalate situations. Supporting your staff to do the same and managing them in an enabling way so they can safely debrief and learn from such experiences • Demonstrable experience of working in and helping with the delivery of services for and with people with mental health and complex needs. (min 1 year) • Demonstrable experience of supervising staff and volunteers • Understanding of working in partnership with statutory mental health services • Experience in responding to and dealing effectively with complaints and managing safeguarding issues in situ as they arise • Experience of positively promoting organisation/service and creating marketing material. • Experience of overseeing training programmes/training needs audits etc • In managing and updating policies and procedures E E E E E D D D D 2. EDUCATION 2.1 There are no specific educational or professional qualifications needed for this post. However, applicants must have a good level of literacy and be able to communicate with clients, professionals and carers 3. SKILLS AND ABILITIES 3.1 in communicating effectively across cultural boundaries 3.2 in effective time management 3.3 in helping manage a service and working co-operatively as part of a team 3.4 in maintaining the requirements of a confidentiality policy 3.5 in working independently and taking initiative 3.6 in effectively using IT including case management systems, excel and equivalent E E E E E E 3.7 in speaking and writing fluent English and explaining information face to face, over the ‘phone and in writing 3.8 in keeping accurate and concise records E E 4. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Sufficiently healthy and physically able to carry out the duties in the job description. The premises has a lift to the first floor but some rooms are only accessible by a short flights of (3 or 4) stairs E 5. OTHER 5.1 Be able and willing to work the hours required, as needed bearing in mind that this service operates 365 days a year, 7 days a week, in the evenings. E