Care Assistant

As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide person-centred support to help people live independently and enjoy fulfilling lives. Key Responsibilities: Supporting daily living activities & promoting independence; Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, grooming); Supporting with mobility, transfers & aids; Providing medication support as per care plans; Preparing meals, drinks & monitoring nutrition; Helping with household tasks (cleaning, laundry, shopping, errands); Offering companionship, reassurance & emotional support; Encouraging hobbies, interests & community activities; Keeping accurate records & communicating with families/professionals.

Responsibilities

Supporting daily living activities & promoting independence; Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, grooming); Supporting with mobility, transfers & aids; Providing medication support as per care plans; Preparing meals, drinks & monitoring nutrition; Helping with household tasks (cleaning, laundry, shopping, errands); Offering companionship, reassurance & emotional support; Encouraging hobbies, interests & community activities; Keeping accurate records & communicating with families/professionals

Requirements

Compassion, empathy & patience; Great communication & people skills; Attention to detail & reliability; Flexibility & adaptability; Stamina to support mobility tasks; Problem-solving skills & common sense; Respect for diversity & cultural awareness; Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle; Right to Work in the UK

Benefits

28 days annual leave (pro rata); Paid mileage + local work opportunities; Mileage allowance: £0.30p per mile; Paid training – online & face-to-face; Career progression & self-development opportunities; Flexible working – full or part time; Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Pension scheme & Death in Service Payment; Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts); Cycle to work scheme; Refer a friend bonus (£300 per referral!); Access to well-being & benefits platform; Work with the largest care company in the UK