Company Description
Female Care Assistants – Join Our Friendly Team in Hemel Hempstead & Hertfordshire
✨ Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. ✨
At Care by Us, every day is different – and every day gives you the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives.
We’re looking for experienced full-time and part-time Female Care Assistants to join our dedicated team, supporting service users across Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding Hertfordshire area.
Work Locations
Borehamwood
Elstree (near Theobald Street & Ripon Park)
Hemel Hempstead area
Pay & Benefits
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): £14.20 per hour
Weekends (Sat–Sun): £16.00 per hour
Mileage allowance: £0.30 per mile
Why join us?
✔ 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
✔ Paid mileage & local work opportunities
✔ Comprehensive paid training (online & face-to-face)
✔ Career progression & self-development support
✔ Flexible full-time & part-time hours
✔ Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
✔ Pension scheme & Death in Service Payment
✔ Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts)
✔ Cycle-to-work scheme
✔ Refer-a-friend bonus (£300 per referral)
✔ Access to well-being & benefits platform
✔ Be part of the largest care company in the UK
⏰ Shift Patterns
We provide care 7 days a week with flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle:
Day Shifts: 07:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Evening Shifts: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What We’re Looking For
Experienced female care assistants with a passion for helping others
Reliable, compassionate, and committed individuals
Willingness to travel locally (mileage paid)
Must be eligible to work in the UK
Job Description
Your Role as a Care Assistant
As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide person-centred support to help people live independently and enjoy fulfilling lives.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting daily living activities & promoting independence
Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, grooming)
Supporting with mobility, transfers & aids
Providing medication support as per care plans
Preparing meals, drinks & monitoring nutrition
Helping with household tasks (cleaning, laundry, shopping, errands)
Offering companionship, reassurance & emotional support
Encouraging hobbies, interests & community activities
Keeping accurate records & communicating with families/professionals
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For
No experience is necessary – we’ll train you in everything else!
All we ask is that you bring:
Compassion, empathy & patience
Great communication & people skills
Attention to detail & reliability
Flexibility & adaptability
Stamina to support mobility tasks
Problem-solving skills & common sense
Respect for diversity & cultural awareness
Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle
Right to Work in the UK
You’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health conditions, and challenging behaviours. No two days are the same – you’ll be helping others broaden their horizons while broadening your own.
Additional Information
Why Choose Care by Us?
We’re not just another care provider – we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change.
Thanks to the talent and commitment of our people, extraordinary achievements happen every day. Join us, and be part of a supportive, growing company that offers career security, opportunities, and real impact.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re ready for a care adventure more exciting than a rollercoaster ride through a chocolate factory, apply today and become one of our everyday heroes!
APPLY NOW and start your journey with Care by Us.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Due to the nature of the role and the people we support, this position has been advertised as gender-specific and is therefore exempt from the Equality Act 2010