Join Cera as a Care Assistant in Canvey Island. You'll be supporting us on our mission to transform social care and enable more people to live longer, healthier and happier lives in their own homes.
We're recruiting part‑time and full‑time care assistants to support our clients at home. For this role you require a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work. We have a flexible approach for shifts including mornings, days, evenings and nights – you’ll usually have every other weekend off for work‑life balance.
Responsibilities
* Assist with personal care including continence support, washing and dressing.
* Manage medications, cook or prepare hot meals, and help with domestic tasks.
* Provide companionship, reassurance and joy to the people you care for.
Qualifications
* Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Right to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Enhanced bank holiday rates
* Holiday pay and pension scheme
* Free DBS/PVG, company mobile phone and uniform provided
* Paid mileage between visits
* Access to our benefits & discounts platform BHN Extras, alongside eligibility for the Blue Light Card Scheme
* Exclusive discounts for driving lessons, fuel, car insurance, car maintenance, cycle hire, and more
* Enhanced maternity (12 weeks full pay), paternity and parental leave policies
* Industry‑leading career development pathway, including the Care Certificate and NVQ’s, with many opportunities for progression – 50% of our salaried roles are filled internally.
* Wellbeing support – employee assistance programme, mental health first aiders, healthcare cash plan, free eye tests and contribution to the cost of glasses.
* Extra earnings through our referral scheme Care Friends – £500 per referral
Please note this role is subject to a DBS check. Due to the provision of intimate care, our clients have the right to request a carer of a specific sex. This vacancy is restricted for women only.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
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