Care Assistant

Right at Home are a premium quality homecare provider, supporting older people and vulnerable adults to remain safe and happy in their own homes. We are looking for compassionate, reliable and professional Care Assistants to join our team. As a Care Assistant you will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities and build meaningful relationships with clients to promote independence and wellbeing.

Why join us?

Competitive pay rates plus mileage allowance

Performance-related bonuses and recognition schemes

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (pro rata) with opportunities to increase with service

Continuous training and clear career progression pathways

Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support

Be part of a supportive, values-driven team focused on high quality, person-centred care

Main duties and responsibilities

Provide safe, respectful and compassionate personal care to clients in their own homes, following agreed care plans

Support with daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, continence care and mobility assistance

Assist with medication administration where trained and permitted, and follow medication procedures

Prepare and support mealtimes, and assist with dietary needs and hydration

Support clients to maintain independence, dignity and social inclusion

Observe, report and record changes in client wellbeing, completing accurate notes and records in line with company policy

Follow health and safety guidance, infection control procedures and safeguarding protocols at all times

Work collaboratively with the care team, relatives and healthcare professionals to deliver joined-up care

What we are looking for

Previous experience in a care role is desirable but not essential; full training and induction will be provided

Compassionate, reliable and person-centred approach to care

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow care plans and complete accurate records

Willingness to undertake training and gain relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE/NVQ/Adult Care Level 2 or 3)

Right to work in the UK

Able to travel to client homes; a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential

Enhanced DBS check (we can support with application if required)

Training and development

Comprehensive induction and mandatory training including safeguarding, moving & handling, medication and infection control

Ongoing professional development and access to qualifications to support career progression

Regular supervision and support from experienced managers and a friendly team culture

Equal opportunities

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic.

If you are caring, dependable and want to make a positive difference to people’s lives, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to join our team and begin a rewarding career in domiciliary care.