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Care Assistant
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Provides in-home care and companionship to vulnerable adults, assisting with daily activities such as washing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication prompting.
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Care Assistant
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Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Newtown - SY20, SY10, SY22, SY21
Pay: Monday - Friday £13.45 Weekends - £13.75
Hours: Truly Flexible – Full-time, Part-time, Mornings, Evenings, or Weekends
*Unfortunately we cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
At Abacare Newtown, we have pool cars available for Care Assistants, so if you have a driving licence but no vehicle, you can still enjoy a rewarding career supporting people in your local community.
Are you the one your friends always turn to for a chat and a warm cup of tea? Do you have a heart of gold and a natural knack for making people smile? If you’re looking for a rewarding role that actually fits around your life - whether that means working around the school run, family commitments, or just finding a better work-life balance we’d love to meet you!
Here at Abacare Newtown (Part of CCH Group) in SY20, SY10, SY22, SY21 , we are incredibly proud of our close-knit, supportive team. We believe that to provide extraordinary care to our clients, we must first take brilliant care of our people. That’s our "People First" promise.
What will you be doing?
You will be the highlight of someone’s day. As a Care Assistant, you’ll be visiting vulnerable adults in the Newtown community in their own homes, helping them to maintain their independence and dignity. No two days are exactly the same, but your day might include:
- Helping someone get ready for the day with a bright 'good morning' (assisting with washing and dressing).
- Preparing a hearty breakfast or lunch.
- Prompting medication.
- Most importantly, providing a listening ear, a friendly chat, and a bit of much-needed companionship.
Qualifications
Do I need experience?
Not necessarily! Whether you’ve cared for a family member, raised a family of your own, or are just looking for a meaningful career change where your natural compassion can shine, we provide full, paid training to give you all the confidence you need.
Additional Information
What’s in it for you?
We know that to give your best, you need to feel valued. That’s why we offer:
- Pool cars available – no need to own your own vehicle.
- Fantastic Pay: £13.45 per hour and £13.75 weekend rate
- No Car? No Problem! We have friendly, compact walking routes available, so walkers are warmly welcomed.
- Total Flexibility: Tell us when you are available to work, and we’ll build a rota that suits your lifestyle.
- Stability & Support: As part of the UK’s largest home care provider, you get the lovely, family-feel of our Newtown branch, fully backed by the resources, training, and stability of a national network.
Ready to do something amazing? If you’re ready to bring your heart to work and join a team that will cheer you on every step of the way, we want to hear from you.
Apply today, or drop into our Newtown, Abacare branch for a no-obligation chat and a cuppa - we can’t wait to meet you!
*** CCH Group is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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