At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to individuals in their homes.
- Company: Helping Hands, a purpose-driven team focused on kindness and community.
- Benefits: Paid mileage, early pay access, flexible shifts, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team with a commitment to inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Kindness, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others; no prior experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Helping Hands was built on kindness and it still guides everything we do today. We're a purpose-driven team helping people live well in the homes and communities they love. Join us, and you'll be part of a supportive, ambitious team where your work truly matters, and you can grow a career that counts. As a Care Assistant with Helping Hands, you'll make a real difference every day, supporting people to live well, stay independent, and feel safe in the homes they love. You don't need previous care experience; what matters most is kindness, reliability and a genuine desire to help others. We'll give you all the training, support and confidence you need to thrive. We have a variety of shifts available covering weekends only.
Responsibilities
- Provide warm, meaningful companionship to customers in their own homes.
- Support with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assist with mobility needs, helping customers stay safe and confident.
- Oversee and administer medication in line with care plans.
- Help with household tasks such as cleaning, cooking and meal preparation.
- Run essential errands, from food shopping to collecting prescriptions.
- Offer calm, considerate support that helps customers feel truly cared for.
Requirements
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- The Right to Work in the UK.
- A kind, adaptable, people-first mindset.
- A willingness to learn. No prior care experience needed.
- Reliability, compassion, and the confidence to support others with dignity.
Benefits
- Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls.
- Early Pay app (access up to 50% of pay before payday).
- Refer-a-friend bonus (earn up to £100).
- Direct employment with paid holiday and pension.
- Apprenticeship routes and nationally recognised qualifications (Care Certificate, NVQs).
- FREE Blue Light Card with hundreds of discounts.
- Range of flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
- Annual pay reviews aligned to cost of living.
Equality and Diversity
At Helping Hands we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive community where everyone belongs. All applications are considered fairly in line with our Equality and Diversity Policy.
Care Assistant - Weekends - Driving License Required in Royal Tunbridge Wells employer: Helping Hands
Helping Hands is an exceptional employer that prioritises kindness and community, offering a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. With flexible weekend shifts, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career growth through recognised qualifications, you can build a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Enjoy additional benefits such as paid mileage, early pay access, and a commitment to equality and diversity, all while working in a role that allows you to help individuals maintain their independence in the comfort of their own homes.
