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Now Recruiting: Weekend part-time Supported Living Assistant
We’re looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our team as supported living care assistants. This role is about much more than providing support — it’s about helping people rebuild confidence, regain daily skills, and restore independence in their own homes. Every visit makes a difference, from enabling someone to cook a meal again to supporting them back on their feet after hospital discharge. If you want to see the direct results of your care and celebrate small but powerful milestones with clients, this role is for you.
Pay Rates
We believe great work deserves great pay – and that’s why our carers are paid additionally over the weekend, 35p per mile and paid DBS and training.
* Locations: Harlow and Bishop Stortford, with occasional travel to Sawston Walden.
* Day shifts: 08:00/09:00 – 15:00.
* Evening shifts: 14:00 – 22:00/23:00.
Requirements
* Full UK driving licence.
* Access to a vehicle (essential for travel between clients).
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming.
* Assisting with medication – preparation and administration.
* Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely.
* Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support.
* Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning.
* Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships.
What Else You’ll Help With
* Companionship – conversations, activities, outings.
* Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration.
* Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs.
* Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying.
* Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids.
* Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition.
* Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections.
* Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, and a listening ear.
* Documentation – accurate record keeping.
* Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments, acting quickly when needed.
* Collaboration – working closely with colleagues and professionals.
Qualifications
What You’ll Need (Besides a Cape and Superpowers!)
* Ideally, at least 6 months of social care experience, but we value a heart of gold and a willingness to learn.
* Compassion oozing from every pore.
* Can communicate like a UN diplomat.
* Possess problem‑solving powers that would impress Mother Teresa.
* Committed to respectful, high-quality care.
* Right to work within the UK.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Additional Information
What You’ll Receive
* Enhanced maternity, adoption & paternity pay.
* Pension scheme.
* Death in Service benefit.
* 28 days annual leave (pro rata).
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Paid mileage.
* Enhanced weekend & bank holiday pay.
* Paid training (online & face‑to‑face).
* Career progression opportunities.
* Employee benefits & wellbeing platform.
* Blue Light Card eligibility (staff discounts).
* Refer‑a‑Friend bonus (£300 per referral).
* Flexible hours – part‑time and full‑time available.
* Local work with the backing of the largest care company in the UK.
Ready to Help People Live Life Their Way?
If you’re ready to start a rewarding career supporting people to regain independence and confidence, join our reablement team of everyday heroes. Apply today!
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