Care Assistant - 20 Hour Contract

Join Our Team at Helping Hands – Guaranteed Hours Available!

Since 1989, we’ve supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because life is better at home.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about care and want to help others to join our amazing teams. No previous social care experience is required – what we do need from you is:

• The Right to Work in the UK (we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas)
• A full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle

Guaranteed Hours & Salary

• Guaranteed 20 hours per week
• Salary: £16,156 per year (based on £15.55 per hour for 20 hours per week)

Benefits We Offer

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App – request up to 50% of your pay in advance of payday
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Direct employment with us – access to holiday entitlement and pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities for existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs
• FREE Blue Light Card – national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living
• Career development opportunities if you want to progress – we can help!

What Does a Care Assistant Do?

• Providing companionship
• Supporting with personal care such as showering, bathing, and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking, and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions