Job Description
Care Assistants – Cheshunt, Goffs Oak & Cuffley
Immediate Start Available | Full-Time & Part-Time | Permanent Positions
The Role
Join Home Instead, one of the UK's most trusted home care providers, and make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. We're urgently recruiting experienced Care Assistants to support elderly clients across the Cheshunt, Goffs Oak, and Cuffley areas.
You'll work directly in clients' homes, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:
* Personal care support (washing, dressing, toileting)
* Medication administration
* Moving and handling assistance
* Specialised support for dementia, mobility issues, and complex health needs
* Managing challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism
* Light housekeeping, meal preparation, and meaningful companionship
This is care work at its most rewarding – where your presence genuinely improves someone's day.
About You
We need reliable, compassionate professionals with:
* Proven experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, or equivalent role
* Competence in managing challenging behaviour, medication administration, and moving & handling
* Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle (essential)
* Enhanced DBS clearance (Adult Workforce)
* Strong English – spoken and written
* Flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and nights
* A genuine commitment to person-centred care and dignity
What's on Offer
* Competitive Pay: £12.75 – £13.50 per hour
* Financial Benefits: Bonus schemes, referral bonuses, and mileage allowance
* Security & Support: Paid holidays, pension scheme, and full paid training
* Development: Care Certificate and ongoing qualifications to progress your career
* Workplace Culture: A supportive, friendly team that values your contribution
* Extras: Employee discounts and wellness support
Shift Pattern
* Early mornings, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and nights available
* Flexible hours: 7 – 30 hours per week to suit your needs
Ready to Apply?
If you're an experienced care professional looking for meaningful work with a stable employer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start making a real difference in the Cheshunt, Goffs Oak, and Cuffley communities.
Home Instead: Supporting independence, delivering excellence, changing lives.
Home Instead is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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