Care Assistant - England - £12.00-£13.00 per hour

Carex Group Ltd • Contract • England, GB • £12 - £13 / hour • 3w ago

Care Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (RQF/NVQ)

Care Assistant / Support Worker / Domiciliary Care Assistant

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Health Care Assistants, Support Workers, and Domiciliary Care Assistants to join our team, providing high-quality care across Care Homes, Nursing Homes, Residential Homes, Supported Living Services, around Hounslow / Ealing / Uxbridge / Richmond and Harrow.

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding care and making a real difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, person-centred care while promoting dignity, respect, and independence.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Support individuals with mobility and safe transfers using appropriate equipment where required.
Administer or assist with medication (where trained and authorised).
Maintain accurate care records and report any changes in service users' health or wellbeing.
Support individuals with daily living activities and encourage independence.
Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, colleagues, and families.

Domiciliary Care Assistant Responsibilities

In addition to the above, Domiciliary Care Assistants will:

Visit clients in their own homes to provide personalised care and support.
Assist with household tasks, including light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
Support clients with shopping, appointments, and community access.
Encourage clients to maintain their independence and remain safely in their own homes.

Essential Requirements for HCA’s / Support Workers

Health Care Assistants and Support Workers must have a minimum of 3 months' paid experience working in a care home, nursing home, supported living service, hospital, or other healthcare setting.
Previous domiciliary care experience is desirable for Domiciliary Care Assistants but not essential if you have relevant care experience in the UK.
A caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays where required.
Right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Additional Requirement for Domiciliary Care Roles

A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle is preferred (or willingness to travel between clients using suitable transport where applicable).

Desirable Qualifications

Moving & Handling Training.
Medication Administration Training.
First Aid and Basic Life Support.
Experience supporting older people, individuals living with dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, or mental health needs.

What We Offer

Competitive pay rates.
Flexible shifts to suit your availability.
Weekly pay.
Full-time, part-time, temporary, permanent, and agency opportunities.
NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care Qualifications for staff looking to enhance their skills.
Career progression opportunities...

Build Your Career with Us

We believe in investing in our people. In addition to providing rewarding work opportunities, we also offer NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care classes, helping our team gain nationally recognised qualifications and develop professionally within the care sector.

Apply Today

If you have the passion, dedication, and at least 3 months of paid care experience as a Health Care Assistant or Support Worker, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need care and support every day.

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.