Job Title
Care Assistant
Location
Much Wenlock
Contract
Full‑Time, Part‑Time, Flexible
Salary
£13.45 per hour (weekdays), £13.80 per hour (weekends) plus travel time and mileage
Key Requirements
* Right to work in the UK
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
* Ability to obtain business‑use car insurance
* No sponsorship required.
Possibility of Previous Care Experience
Previous experience in caregiving roles is an advantage but not mandatory.
Responsibilities
* Provide personal, care and support for older people in their own homes.
* Accompany clients to appointments, shops, and community events.
* Assist with medication reminders and administration where appropriate.
* Support personal care, including hygiene and eating.
* Provide dementia and specialist care as needed.
* Maintain accurate care records and report any concerns.
* Encourage independence and promote wellbeing.
* Offer companionship and emotional support.
Benefits and Working Conditions
* Enhanced rate on bank holidays (time and a half).
* On‑call support, sleep‑in, and waking nights available.
* Comprehensive induction and training programme, fully paid.
* Paid for DBS check and travel time.
* Paid mileage at 40p per mile.
* Flexible working hours and weekend premium.
* Pension scheme and paid holidays.
* Living Wage Foundation employer.
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