Care Worker (Home Care) in Rochdale

Care Worker / Home Care Assistant (Rochdale)

Company: NuvoCare

Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Pay: £12.50 per hour (enhanced rate of pay for weekends & bank holidays)

Hours: Flexible / Casual / Zero-hours

Expected hours: up to 20 per week

NuvoCare is a social care provider offering home care services in Rochdale. We provide personalised care to people in their own homes, supporting them to live safely, independently, and with dignity.

We believe care should feel HUMAN: warm, respectful, professional, and unhurried. The kind of care you would want for the people you love.

We also believe our team deserves the same:

• To be valued
• To be listened to
• To have a voice
• To feel proud of the work they do

If that sounds like the kind of place you want to be, you’ll feel at home here.

What You’ll Do

• Provide personal hygiene care (washing, dressing, oral care, grooming, toileting) with dignity and respect
• Support with mobility and safe use of aids and lifting equipment, including safe manual handling when required
• Assist with medication in line with training, policy and care plans
• Prepare or reheat meals, make drinks, and offer day‑to‑day support
• Maintain a safe and tidy home environment
• Offer companionship, reassurance, and meaningful conversation
• Assist people to health appointments or shopping

Keep professional and accurate records and report any changes in wellbeing. We don’t rush. We focus on quality, not speed.

Who You Are

A minimum of 1 year care experience is required. We provide full training and support.

You do need:

• A caring, patient, and reliable nature
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility with working hours
• A commitment to kindness, professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and high standards
• Transport is preferred but not essential

What Makes Us Different

• One‑hour minimum visits — no more rushing
• Your ideas shape our service — your voice genuinely matters
• Supportive, open leadership
• PPE and full induction provided
• Training and development that builds confidence
• Mileage paid for travel between clients
• Flexible hours with room for future progression

Benefits

• Blue Light Card Scheme: Thousands of discounts on high street shopping, weekly food shop, eating out, and family activities
• Employee Assistance Programme: Counselling and mental health support
• Safeguarding & Employment Checks

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All staff must share this commitment.

Any job offer is subject to:

• An Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory disclosure
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
• Satisfactory references & verification
• Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. If you require adjustments during the application or interview process, let us know.

Experience: Care Worker: 1 year (required). Work Location: Varies between client locations.