Care Assistant - Carlisle - £13.20 per hour + Flexible Permanent Role
Join a caring, supportive team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in people's lives - all while enjoying a secure, permanent position in domiciliary home care.
Based in Carlisle, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to help individuals live independently in their own homes. Whether you're an experienced Health Care Assistant or new to care, you'll be fully supported with training, development, and flexibility to suit your way of life.
Why apply?
You'll enjoy:
* £13.20 per hour
* Permanent, flexible role - full time or part time
* Support with QCF/NVQ in Health & Social Care (often fully funded)
* £150 bonus after probation
* Refer-a-Friend scheme worth up to £275
* Monthly employee recognition & reward scheme
* Paid training and mentoring
* Employee and store discounts
* Company pension and events
Key Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant, you'll:
* Provide companionship and emotional support
* Assist with personal care and hygiene
* Collect prescriptions and offer medication reminders
* Prepare nutritious meals and support mealtimes
* Keep the home clean, safe, and comfortable
* Help with mobility and encourage independence
What we're looking for
To succeed in this Care Assistant role, you'll need:
* A compassionate and patient nature
* Strong communication and written English
* A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
* The right to work in the UK
* A genuine desire to make a difference in the community
If you're looking for a permanent Care Assistant position in Carlisle within a trusted home care provider, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start a rewarding career in care.
Job Number INDEDUCARE │ 934378
Location │ Carlisle
Role │ Care Assistant
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.