Universal Care Assistant
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Job Summary
Become a Universal Care Assistant - A Role Like No Other
Are you an experienced Care Assistant ready for something more varied more rewarding and more impactful
Were looking for a flexible compassionate and adaptable individual to join us as a Universal Care Assistant known internally as a Universal Care Professional a unique role designed for someone who thrives on variety and truly making a difference wherever theyre needed most.
This isnt your typical care role. Youll be at the heart of our service stepping in to support clients across a range of care settings - ensuring no one is ever left without the exceptional care they deserve.
About the Role
As a Universal Care Assistant youll provide high-quality care across a variety of services including:
- Domiciliary (home) care visits
- Emergency and short-notice support
- Waking nights and sleep-ins
- Temporary live-in care placements
Your role will include:
- Delivering personal care with dignity and respect
- Supporting with daily routines and medication
- Preparing meals and providing companionship
- Adapting quickly to different clients and environments
- Being a reassuring friendly presence in times of need
No two days will look the same and thats what makes this role so exciting.
Pay & Benefits
- 13.30 per hour for care delivery
- 12.71 per hour for travel time
- 35p per mile mileage
- Enhanced rates for waking nights
- 130 per day for live-in care assignments
- Guaranteed contracted hours for stability and security
Plus:
- Paid training and ongoing development opportunities as part of our Care Skills Academy
- Pension scheme
- Referral bonus scheme
- Access to PayWise (get paid before payday)
- Free Blue Light Card & discounted fuel
- Supportive close-knit team culture
- Access to our Wellbeing Hub
Why This Role Matters
As a Universal Care Assistant youll play a vital role in ensuring our clients always receive consistent high-quality care - even in unexpected or emergency situations.
Youll be the person we rely on to step in adapt and make a difference when it matters most.
Who Were Looking For
- Previous care experience (essential)
- A flexible and open-minded approach to different types of care
- Confidence working across a variety of settings and clients
- A calm reliable and proactive attitude
- Willingness to work a mix of shifts including nights and live-in when required
- A driver with access to a vehicle (essential)
Ready to Take the Next Step
If youre looking for a role where you can grow challenge yourself and truly make an impact this is your opportunity.
Join a team that values you supports you and empowers you to deliver outstanding care every single day.
Apply now and become a Universal Care Assistant because every client deserves exceptional care whenever they need it.
Find out more about us here: note: This role is UK-based and employment is subject to the right to work in the UK.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Rota Management
- Mentoring
- Leadership Skill
About Company
Home Instead is the worlds leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our CARE Professional t ... View more
