Join Our Caring Team as a Home Care Assistant, Full Time at Faiths Care Ltd.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to be part of a compassionate, dedicated team that provides meaningful support to those in need?
We’re looking for a full-time Home Care Assistant to join our team at Faiths Care Ltd. in Colchester including alternate weekends.
In this fulfilling role as a Home Care Assistant, you’ll be providing essential care and companionship to clients, helping them live independently and with dignity in the comfort of their own homes. Your efforts will directly improve the well‑being and quality of life of the people you care for and well support you every step of the way.
- Dictating any issues back to the management team.
- Transportation assistance: driving clients to appointments, sourcing modes of transport and shopping assistance.
- Clear communication: regularly updating families and care teams on clients’ needs and preferences to ensure the best possible care.
What We’re Looking For in a Home Care Assistant
Previous experience as a home care assistant or a similar field is a bonus, but not essential as we’ll provide all the training you need.
Excellent communication skills to build trusting relationships with clients and their families and to communicate effectively to the office team with any changes in need to ensure person‑centred care at all times.
A caring and patient nature; you should be passionate about helping others and making a difference in their lives.
A valid driver’s license is essential, as you’ll be transporting clients to and from appointments.
Basic IT skills: we use simple tools for documentation and communication, so comfort with technology is helpful.
What We Offer You as a Home Care Assistant
At Faiths Care Ltd, we truly value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your growth and well‑being:
Competitive Pay
- £12.71/hour (Travel Pay between Care Calls)
Bonus Opportunities
- £200 recruitment referral bonus (paid after 6 months)Bonus scheme paid every 6 monthsAccess to BUPAs Employee Assistance Programme for health and well‑being supportFully funded training, including NVQs (levels 2‑5), plus ongoing professional development and career advancement
Full Support
All training, DBS checks, uniform, and shadowing provided.
Opportunity to achieve specialist training and career growth while you work.
The Details
Part Time Hours Monday to Friday and Alternate Weekends.
Locations: Care visits are in and around Colchester.
Interviews: Conducted at Faiths Care, Weston Business Centre, Hawkins Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8JX.
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