Care Assistant

Company Description

Care Professionals Join Our Welcoming Team! Brighter days. Guaranteed hours. Real impact.

At Care By Us (Part of the CCH Group) we know that it takes a special kind of person to care for others. Every day is differentand every day gives you the chance to do meaningful rewarding work that truly changes peoples lives. Whether youre helping someone start their day with dignity or providing comfort in the evening your care truly matters.

We are currently looking for compassionate Care Professionals to join our dedicated branch. Whether you are looking for a fulfilling career change returning to work or simply want a role where your empathy is valued we will give you all the support and training you need to thrive.

Work Locations As this is a community-based role you will be traveling to support clients within their local communities. We proudly provide high-quality care across the local area primarily covering:

• Target Areas: Kings Langley Abbots Langley Apsley Hemel Hempstead Boxmoor Nash Mills Chipperfield Bovingdon Leverstock Green Bedmond Leavesden Garston Watford Croxley Green Rickmansworth Chorleywood Sarratt Hunton Bridge Bricket Wood Redbourn Flamstead Berkhamsted Bourne End (Herts) Potten End and Aldbury.

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role due to the geographical nature of the rounds.

Industry-Leading Pay & Financial Security We believe in rewarding our teams for the incredible work they do. We are proud to offer unparalleled financial security for our Care Professionals:

• Highly Competitive Rates: 14.70 per hour on weekdays and 16.50 per hour on weekends.

• Enhanced Rates: Premium pay rates for working Bank Holidays.

• Mileage Allowance: 30p per mile to keep your wheels turning.

• Guaranteed Hours Available: Giving you the ultimate peace of mind and security of regular predictable work.

• Full Shift Pay Opportunities: Speak to our team about our opportunities to be paid for your full shift!

• Early Pay Access: Access your hard-earned wages ahead of payday to help with lifes unexpected expenses.

• Paid Meetings & Shadowing: You are paid for your time attending team meetings and during your on-the-job shadowing.

(Flexible shift patterns are available to suit your lifestyle including mornings e.g. 7am-2pm evenings e.g. 4pm-10pm and alternate weekends).

Job Description

More Than a Job Imagine finishing every shift knowing: You helped someone stay independent. You made someone smile. You gave a family peace of mind. You made someones day just a little bit brighter. Thats what working in care is all about. And well be with you every step of the way.

What Youll Be Doing (And How Youll Help!) Youll help vulnerable clients live safely comfortably and independently in their own homes. Following personalised care plans designed to promote dignity and respect your responsibilities will include:

• Companionship being a friendly face & preventing loneliness through engaging conversations activities and outings.

• Personal Care all aspects of personal hygiene including bathing dressing grooming and toileting while maintaining the clients dignity and privacy.

• Medication Management collecting prescriptions providing reminders and assisting with the administration of medication as per care plan guidelines.

• Nutrition and Mealtimes preparing tasty and nutritious meals considering dietary requirements and preferences and assisting with feeding when necessary.

• Housekeeping keeping their home just the way they like it including light cleaning laundry and tidying up living spaces.

• Mobility Assistance help with getting around safely including transfers walking support and using mobility aids.

• Health Monitoring observing and reporting changes in the clients physical or mental condition to healthcare professionals and family members.

• Social Inclusion encouraging and facilitating participation in community activities and maintaining connections with family and friends.

• Emotional Support providing a listening ear empathy and reassurance to clients experiencing anxiety loneliness or distress.

• Documentation maintaining accurate records of care provided incidents and any changes in the clients condition.

• Safety and Emergency Response ensuring a safe living environment recognising potential hazards and responding appropriately to emergencies.

• Collaboration working effectively with other care team members healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive and consistent care.

Qualifications :

What Youll Need (Besides a Cape!)

Who Were Looking For You don dont need previous care experience. Some of our best Care Professionals have previously worked in Retail Hospitality Customer Service Childcare Education Hair & Beauty Warehousing Office Administrationor have cared for family members or loved ones.

• Genuine empathy compassion and respect for others

• Reliability and a naturally caring nature

• Willingness to learn new skills and develop your career

• Great communication and a collaborative team spirit

• The right to work in the UK (Please note: As an employer we are unfortunately unable to offer Visa sponsorship).

Essential Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK (Please note: We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role).

• Full UK driving licence & access to your own vehicle

• Excellent communication skills compassion and reliability

Additional Information :

Why Choose Us Over Other Care Providers We know you have choices when it comes to where you work. Here is how we do things differently:

• No Zero-Hour Anxiety: While others only offer zero-hour contracts we offer Guaranteed Hours so you always know what youre taking home.

• No Unpaid Work: Some providers only pay for contact time. We pay for your induction your shadowing your team meetings and offer opportunities for full shift pay.

• National Stability Local Heart: You get the close-knit supportive feel of our local branch completely backed by the financial security world-class resources and innovative tech of the UKs largest home care provider.

• Real Career Paths Not Just Promises: We dont just talk about progression; our structured pathways and fully funded qualifications mean you can build a genuine long-term career with us.

Why Youll Love Working With Care By Us Were proud to invest in our people. From your very first day youll have the support of an experienced local team. Youll enjoy:

• Company smartphone with our digital in-house app for care plans and rotas

• 24-hour on-call supportyoull never feel alone

• Free uniform & Free Enhanced DBS

• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications

• Genuine career progression (Care Professional Senior Field Care Supervisor Care Coordinator Deputy Manager Branch Manager)

Even More Great Benefits

• Refer a Friend Bonus earn 300 per referral!

• Blue Light Card eligibility exclusive staff discounts at big brands

• Cycle to Work scheme

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)

• Enhanced occupational maternity paternity and adoption pay

• Pension scheme & Death in Service benefit

• Employee Assistance Programme & Well-being Platform

Ready to Start Your New Career If youre looking for a rewarding role where youll be valued supported and given every opportunity to grow wed love to welcome you to our team. Apply today and start making a real difference in your local community.

Care By Us is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time