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Care Assistant (Homecare)

Job Posted: 4 hours ago

Salary: £ 13.77 - 14.77 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Make a real difference in your local community with Shire Healthcare Services.
Shire is a trusted, family-run provider of high-quality homecare services, supporting vulnerable adults to live independently in their own homes. We currently support over 100 service users with a wide range of needs, from older adults requiring day-to-day assistance to individuals living with mental health conditions and learning disabilities who require more specialist support.
We're looking for compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to join our growing team.
What We Offer
  * Competitive pay rates from £13.77 - £14.77 per hour
  * £20.65 per hour on Bank Holidays
  * Paid mileage and paid shadowing
  * Free DBS check, training and uniform
  * Access to wellbeing and mental health support, 365 days a year
  * Free confidential counselling services
  * Blue Light Card discounts on shopping, food and leisure
  * Bespoke training and development opportunities, including recognised diplomas
  * Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
  * Variety in your role with a diverse range of service users
  * Local office support and a dedicated 24-hour on-call service
No Experience? No Problem.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whether you're looking for a complete career change or already have experience in care, we'll provide full training, shadowing and ongoing support to help you succeed and build confidence in your role.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Care Assistant, you'll support people in their own homes with tasks such as:
  * Personal care
  * Medication support
  * Meal preparation and assistance with eating
  * Shopping and attending appointments
  * Companionship and emotional support
  * End-of-life care (where appropriate)
Every day is different, but your support will have a meaningful impact on the lives of the people you care for.
Hours & Requirements
We can offer flexible hours and working patterns, including morning, afternoon and evening shifts, although we currently have a particular need for evening availability.
To join our team, you will need:
  * A full UK driving licence
  * Access to a vehicle
  * Availability to work at least one weekend day every other weekend
Join the Shire Family
At Shire, we pride ourselves on being a family-run business that genuinely values its people. We believe our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, rewarding and inclusive working environment.
If you're looking for a new challenge, a rewarding career, or simply a change of scenery, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start making a difference in your community

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