At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in their homes, helping them live independently and enjoy life.
- Company: Alexandra’s Community Care, a trusted home care provider in Cornwall.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, holiday pay, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a team with high staff retention and ongoing support for your growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Compassionate and reliable; previous care experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 14.4 £ per hour.
Join a team where you are truly valued. With over 20 years of experience, Alexandra’s Community Care is one of Cornwall’s most established and trusted home care providers. We take pride in having one of the highest staff retention rates in the industry—84% of our team feel valued, supported, and invested in. If you’re looking for a rewarding career with real progression, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description & Responsibilities
We offer full-time and part-time roles with flexibility to suit you. As a Community Carer, you will provide essential support to individuals in their own homes, helping them live independently, stay connected to their community, and enjoy a better quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with daily living tasks to help maintain dignity and independence
- Providing personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting, with sensitivity and respect
- Preparing meals and supporting with medication, ensuring clients’ health and well-being
- Accompanying clients to appointments, shops, and social outings to keep them active and engaged
- Offering companionship and emotional support, making a positive difference every day
What We Offer
- Starting pay: £13.50 - £14.40 per hour
- Additional bonus: Up to £1.10 per hour, paid every 6 months
- Plus: Holiday pay, sick pay, pension contributions, and mileage at 40p per mile
- 28 days annual leave
- Monthly pay and pay reviews each April
- Contracted hours
- Access to pool cars
- Full face-to-face induction programme and in-house training, from novice to manager
- Care Certificate
- Career progression opportunities – all our managers have been promoted from within
- Flexible work patterns
- A stable management team and local offices for ongoing support
- Monthly team meetings
- 24/7 medical and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Card
- Generous refer-a-friend scheme
Requirements
- Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential—we provide full training for the right candidates who are compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn.
- You must be a driver with a valid driving licence, ideally with access to a car, though pool cars are available
- Be able to work every other weekend
- Friendly, trustworthy and caring nature
- Able to work shifts of 7am-2pm and 4pm-10pm or one or the other, though flexibility is possible dependent on circumstances and skills
Community Carer employer: Alexandras Community Care
At Alexandra’s Community Care, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and rewarding employer in Cornwall, where our Community Carers are truly valued. With an impressive 84% staff retention rate, we offer flexible working patterns, comprehensive training, and clear career progression opportunities, ensuring that every team member feels invested in their role. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying competitive pay, generous benefits, and a strong sense of community.
