Weekend Care Worker

Homesupportmatters; Lowestoft; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care provider in Lowestoft is looking for Care Workers to provide personal care and support to clients in their homes. The role offers flexible working options including zero-hours or guaranteed hours, along with full training and paid induction. Earn competitive rates starting at £12.40/hour weekdays and access to benefits like free uniforms and paid holidays. A kind and caring nature is essential for this fulfilling position that makes a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Free uniform & full PPE

Company mobile phone

Refer-a-Friend bonus (£100 – T&Cs apply)

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to work alternate weekends.
• Valid UK driving licence, own vehicle & business insurance for drivers.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship.
• Assist with meals, medication, and daily routines.
• Support individuals post-hospital discharge.

Skills

Kind nature

Caring attitude

Reliability

Job description

🌟 Care Workers Wanted – Drivers & Non-Drivers Welcome! 🌟
Join Home Support Matters and Make a Real Difference

Looking for a rewarding role that fits around your life? Whether you drive or not, if you're caring, reliable and want to support people in your local community—we want to hear from you!

We're recruiting Care Workers inLowestoftto help people live safely, independently, and happily in their own homes.

💷 What You’ll Earn:

• £12.40/hour weekdays
• £12.51/hour weekends
• Travel time paid
• Drivers also receive 42p per mile mileage

💡 Example Weekly Earnings (30 hours):

• 30 hours of care = £372
• Travel time (approx. 2.5h) = £31
• Plus, if driving: 100 miles = £42
  Total = Up to £445/week – over £23,100 a year*
  *Subject to tax/NI deductions.

🌟 Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Flexible Working Options
  Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle – zero-hours, guaranteed hours, or block shift contracts
• Full Training & Paid Induction
  • 6 days paid induction at our Beccles branch
  • Shadow shifts with experienced carers
  • Earn your Care Certificate & NVQs – fully funded
  • No experience needed – we train you!
• Extra Perks Just for You
  • Paid holiday
  • Free uniform & full PPE
  • Company mobile phone
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus (£100 – T&Cs apply)
  • Blue Light Card – enjoy discounts for you & your family
  • Your Care GP Online Services
  • 24/7 support via Norfolk Support Line
  • Access to workplace mental health first aiders

💙 What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing personal care, companionship, and emotional support
• Helping with meals, medication, and daily routines
• Supporting individuals post-hospital discharge or during recovery
• Reducing isolation and helping reconnect with the community
• Promoting independence and dignity every day

✅ What You’ll Need:

• A kind, caring and reliable nature
• Willingness to work alternate weekends
• The right to work in the UK
• Drivers: A valid UK licence, your own vehicle & business insurance
  Driving is a bonus—but not essential!

Whether you're driving between visits or walking to nearby clients, you’ll be making a powerful difference to someone’s life.

Apply now to start a fulfilling career in care—with full support and training from Home Support Matters.

PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship is not available for this role.