Care Assistant

Company Description

💙 Care Professionals Wanted – Join Our Basildon Team!

Support Independence. Bring Comfort. Make a Real Difference Every Day.

At London Care, we're looking for compassionate and reliable individuals to join our growing Basildon Homecare Team as Care Professionals.

Whether you're looking for a rewarding career change, returning to work, or already have experience in care, we'll provide all the training, support, and development you need to build a meaningful career helping others.

🏡 What is Homecare?

Homecare is all about helping vulnerable adults remain safe, happy, and independent in the place they love most – their own home.

Unlike working in a residential or hospital setting, community care is focused on building genuine relationships, providing companionship, and supporting people to live life on their own terms.

You'll do far more than complete tasks – you'll become a trusted part of someone's day and make a real difference to their quality of life. If you want to go home each day knowing you've changed someone's life for the better, this role could be perfect for you.

💙 Why Join London Care?

At London Care, we see extraordinary things happen every day thanks to the dedication and kindness of our care professionals.

As part of the CCH Group, the UK's largest care provider, we're transforming the future of care through innovation, investment in our people, and genuine career progression opportunities. When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive team where your hard work is valued and your development matters.

📍 Local Opportunities Available

We are currently recruiting across the following community hubs:

• Basildon Areas: Central Basildon, Pitsea, Laindon, and Langdon Hills
• Harlow Areas: Central Harlow, East Harlow, South Harlow, and West Harlow
• Surrounding Communities: Brentwood, Billericay, Havering, Redbridge, and Wickford

💷 Competitive Pay & Travel Support

We know that travelling between clients is a key part of community care, so we make sure you're rewarded for every part of your day—not just the time spent with clients.

💰 Hourly Pay Rates

• £12.71 per hour Monday to Friday
• £13.01 per hour Saturday
• £13.21 per hour Sunday
• ⏱️ Paid Travel Time between visits
• ⛽ Mileage Allowance: 28p per mile
• ✅ Enhanced Bank Holiday Pay

⏰ Flexible Shift Patterns

We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible working patterns to fit around your lifestyle.

Day Shifts

• 🕖 7:00/8:00 AM – 3:00/4:00 PM

Evening Shifts

• 🕒 3:00/4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• ✅ Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• ✅ Weekday and weekend shifts available

Job Description

💙 What You’ll Be Doing

Every day as a domiciliary Care Assistant is different, but your impact is always the same - life-changing. You’ll support people to stay independent in their own homes and be a trusted part of a close-knit, local team.

✨ You’ll help with:

• 💧 Providing personal care with dignity and respect – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
• 💊 Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
• 🚶 Helping with mobility – and using aids/equipment safely
• 🍲 Preparing meals/snacks – and offering mealtime support
• 🧺 Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
• 💬 Offering companionship and reassurance – building meaningful relationships

✨ You’ll also:

• 🤝 Encourage social engagement and family connections
• 👀 Monitor health and report any changes to healthcare professionals and family
• 📝 Maintain accurate documentation of care provided
• 🛡️ Respond to emergencies safely and effectively
• 🧩 Work collaboratively with families and the wider care team

Qualifications

🦸 What You’ll Need (Besides a Cape and Superpowers!)

Hold onto your hats — ideally, you’ll have at least 6 months of social care experience to join our merry band of care crusaders!

But here’s the truth: what matters most to us is your heart of gold and your ability to sprinkle kindness wherever you go. You’ll need to be as resilient as a rubber band and as eager to learn as a curious kitten. Don’t worry — we’ll help you level up your skills and knowledge as part of our close-knit (and delightfully quirky) team.

While experience is a bonus, we’re really looking for people who:

• 💙 Have compassion oozing from every pore.
• 🗣️ Can communicate like a UN diplomat.
• 🧩 Possess problem-solving powers that would impress Mother Teresa.
• 👵 Are committed to respectful, high-quality care that would make your gran proud.

🚗 Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• ✅ Hold a full UK Driving Licence
• ✅ Have access to your own reliable vehicle
• ✅ Have the right to work in the UK

( Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship).

Additional Information

🎁 What You'll Receive

• 🎓 Fully Paid Training & Comprehensive Induction
• 🎓 Funded NVQ / Diploma Level 2 & 3 Qualifications
• 🚀 Career Progression Opportunities into Senior Care and Management
• 🎉 Enhanced Weekend & Bank Holiday Pay
• 👶 Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay
• 🛡️ Pension Scheme & Death in Service Benefit
• 🌴 28 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata)
• 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
• 💆 Employee Benefits & Wellbeing Platform
• 🛍️ Blue Light Card Discounts
• 🤝 £300 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

🌟 Ready to Become an Everyday Hero?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in your local community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start a career that changes lives – including your own.

London Care, part of the CCH Group, is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. 💙