Community Care Assistant

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Abbots Care is an award‑winning domiciliary care company in Hertfordshire with a CQC rating of outstanding. Our community‑based care assistants provide care to our service users within their own homes to help them remain as independent as possible.

Base pay range

Pay rates are £13.00 per hour on weekdays and £15.00 per hour on weekends. Working hours are between 7 am and 10 pm with shift patterns of 7 am‑2 pm and 4 pm‑10 pm, including alternate weekends. Zero‑hour contracts are available as well as part‑time and full‑time contracts of up to 40 hours per week, with an annual salary of £26,665.60 (£12.82 per hour) for full‑time roles.

Responsibilities

• Providing support and care for service users within their own homes.
• Supporting and assisting with personal care.
• Preparing meals and performing associated domestic tasks.
• Administering medication.
• Supporting service users with their hobbies and social interests.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of £13.00 on weekdays and £16.00 on weekends for a zero‑hour contract.
• Up to 40 hours per week available at £12.82 per hour on weekdays and £15.00 on weekends.
• Paid mileage of 40p per mile.
• Paid training, DBS checks and ongoing opportunities for additional training and progression, including Level 2 and 3 Diplomas.
• Access to a new wellbeing app for carers to discuss any concerns with our trained mental‑health team.
• Blue Light discount available at participating restaurants and high‑street stores.

Requirements

• Full driving licence and access to a personal vehicle; the role is community‑based in and around Watford.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have a full driving licence with access to their own vehicle. If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others, we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other – Home Health Care Services