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As the leaves change and the days grow shorter, why not embrace a new career path with job security and the chance to make a real difference?
Join Hales Home Care as a Female Community Care Assistant / Carer / Care Worker in Huntingdon and enjoy the satisfaction of helping others, along with long term development opportunities, flexible hours, and a host of benefits designed to reward and support you.
Areas covered: Huntingdon, Perry, St Ives, Alconbury, and surrounding areas.Shifts or hours available:
- 7am to 2pm
- 4am to 10pm
- Other shift patterns/non regular bank work may be available – contact us to discuss
REWARDS AND PERKS
From the FREE Blue Light Card, Early Pay access with Hastee, up to £317 Refer a Friend bonus through Care Friends, Hales Heroes Monthly Draw and Quarterly Awards, to the annual Hales Care Awards, we ensure our teams feel valued and proud to be part of the Hales family.
Additional Benefits
- Paid travel time at £NLW per hour
- Generous mileage allowance
- Enhanced bank holiday rates
- Car salary exchange
- Cycle scheme including E-bikes
- External Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app
- Health and Financial Well-being Support
- Online Zumba Fitness Programme
- Pension scheme
- Subsidised Life & Personal Accident Insurance
- Funded eye tests & discounts for glasses
- Free uniform and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Access to a host of high street discounts and cashback opportunities
Whether you’re new to care or experienced, we offer paid comprehensive training to develop your skills, with ongoing support and coaching to give you the confidence to deliver outstanding care services.
Career Advancement
Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including qualifications and apprenticeships.
THE CARE ASSISTANT ROLEAs a Hales Care Worker in Huntingdon, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health, well-being, and independence of vulnerable individuals within the comfort of their own homes. Your responsibilities include:
- Supporting individuals with their personal care routines including washing, dressing, and attending to toileting needs
- Ensuring service users have adequate grocery supplies
- Assisting individuals in taking their medication
- Preparing warm and nourishing meals
- Helping with light domestic tasks and other care needs
- Providing a valuable companionship lifeline to individuals
- Passionate about helping others.
- A team player with good communication skills.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle required.
- Previous experience in care, retail, hospitality or other service industry is welcomed but not essential.
ABOUT US
Since 1999, Hales Home Care, a division of the Hales Group, has been committed to delivering person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community.We value our staff and provide them with the tools and support needed for success.
Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.
Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: £11.44 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free fitness classes
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship?
- Do you have access to your own vehicle?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road