Care Assistant

Jobtrain Solutions; Shirley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shirley is seeking Care Assistants to support individuals in their homes. This role offers flexible hours, including mornings and evenings, with contracts available up to 30 hours a week. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and a caring nature. The position includes training and opportunities for career progression. Enjoy benefits like holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, and a strong support network. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Holiday pay including extra after 10 years

Mileage reimbursement

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Funded training and qualifications

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in care work is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care support including bathing and dressing.
• Administer medications safely as per guidance.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Care Assistant – Domiciliary Care

Pay: £14 per hour / £14.50 weekends / £28 per hour on Bank Holidays

Hours: Full-time & part-time available (contracted up to 30 hours)

Mileage: 30p per mile (HMRC reclaim option)

Please note :

• Currently we are not offering any sponsorships or switches
• At this moment in time we do not have any capacity for Male carers

Are you looking for a rewarding career in care? Join Unique Senior Care as a Care Assistant / Care Worker / Support Worker and make a difference every day by supporting people in their own homes.

We are recruiting Care Assistants for both part-time care jobs and full-time care jobs. Flexible hours are available, with contracted hours up to 30 hours per week. We particularly need carers to work early mornings (7am–9am) and evenings (7pm–10pm), including alternate weekends or the same day each weekend.

Benefits of working as a Care Assistant with Unique Senior Care:

• Holiday pay (plus 1 extra week after 10 years’ service)
• Contracted hours available (10–30 hours per week depending on availability)
• Mileage paid at 30p per mile (plus HMRC reclaim option)
• Pension scheme (3%)
• Sleep-in shifts available
• Blue Light Card – fully funded for exclusive discounts
• Refer-a-friend bonus – £500
• Birthday recognition (plus birthday off if no sickness in the year)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing sessions
• Life in Progress counselling (fast-track referral service)
• Monthly recognition awards
• Career progression opportunities with funded training and qualifications
• Option to buy extra annual leave (up to 1 week per year)

Why choose Unique Senior Care?

Our philosophy is “People, above all else” – and that includes our clients and our team. We are proud to be known across the region for delivering high-quality, person-centred domiciliary care that enables people to remain independent in their own homes.

Our management team provide out-of-hours support, a bespoke support network, and a genuine focus on your work-life balance. With many years of experience, they will guide and support you in building a long-term career in care.

Responsibilities of a Care Assistant / Care Worker:

• Deliver personal care support (bathing, toileting, dressing)
• Administer medications safely as per guidance
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and encourage wellbeing
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and dietary needs
• Support with mobility assistance (e.g. transfers to chairs/wheelchairs)
• Help with light housekeeping and maintain a safe environment
• Keep accurate care records and daily observations

Requirements for Care Assistant jobs :

• Full UK Driving Licence, access to a car, and business insurance
• Right to work in the UK
• A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Willingness to work flexible shifts (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)
• Previous experience in care work, support work, domiciliary care, or home care is desirable but not essential – we provide full training

💜 At Unique Senior Care, we don’t just offer Care Worker jobs – we offer a career in care with flexibility, recognition, and opportunities to progress.

The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. If successful in being appointed this position, we will carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced criminal record check.

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Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.