Home Care Worker

Company: Applefields School
Apply for the Home Care Worker
Location: Pickering
Job Description:

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full and part time

Providing quality home-care and support for over 25 years

Are you compassionate, reliable, and looking to make a real difference? Join our dedicated team supporting elderly and disabled individuals to live independently in their own homes.

As a Care Assistant, you will deliver person‑centred care tailored to each Service User, helping them remain safe, comfortable, and independent at home.

Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care according to Care/Support Plans
  • Administer medication safely in line with policies
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with Service Users
  • Communicate effectively with families and professionals
  • Follow all company policies and procedures
  • Support individuals in their own homes
  • Assist with personal care (washing, bathing, moving & handling)
  • Prepare meals and support with shopping
  • Light housekeeping, cleaning, and laundry
  • Support access to appointments and social activities
  • Monitor wellbeing and report any changes
  • Support with finances where required
  • Assist with pet care
  • Maintain a safe and respectful home environment

What We’re Looking For

  • Kind, patient, and reliable individuals
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible and willing to travel between Service Users’ homes
  • Commitment to training and development

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay with enhanced weekend rates
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • A truly rewarding role making a difference every day

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.

We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.

If you feel this is the role for you, please contact Melissa at Melissa.humpleby@northyorks.gov.uk for further information.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026