Care Assistant – Part Time (8–20 Hours) | Portsmouth
Looking for a rewarding part-time job where you can make a genuine difference every day? Whether you have experience in
retail, hospitality, customer service, administration, childcare, education, healthcare
, or you're looking for a meaningful part-time role, we'd love to hear from you. At
Right at Home Portsmouth
, we're looking for caring, reliable and compassionate people to join our award-winning team, providing high-quality care to clients in their own homes across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas. No previous care experience? No problem.
We provide
full paid training and ongoing support
, giving you everything you need to confidently begin a rewarding career in care. We're currently recruiting for
part-time Care Assistants working between 8 and 20 hours per week
, depending on your availability. What you'll earn
From £15.10 per hour
Paid mileage between clients
Full paid training provided
Career progression and recognised qualifications
Friendly, supportive local team
Work for an award-winning homecare provider ✨
Make a genuine difference every single shift This role is ideal if you currently work in:
Administration or Office Support
Customer Service
Retail
Hospitality
Supermarkets
Reception
Teaching or Teaching Assistant roles
Childcare
Healthcare
NHS
Community Support
Or you're looking for a rewarding career change
Many of our Care Assistants have previously worked in customer-facing roles where
compassion, communication, patience and reliability
were already part of their everyday skills. You don't need to have worked in care before — your existing experience could be a fantastic foundation for a career in homecare. What you'll be doing
You'll help older and vulnerable adults remain
independent, safe and comfortable in their own homes
by providing: Companionship and conversation
Personal care
Meal preparation
Medication support
Light household tasks
Shopping and community outings
Support with daily routines
Encouraging independence and wellbeing
No two visits are ever the same, but every visit gives you the opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's day. Who we're looking for
You don't need previous care experience — we're looking for people with the
right values and attitude
. You'll be: ✔ Kind, caring and compassionate ✔ Reliable and punctual ✔ A confident communicator ✔ Patient and respectful ✔ Passionate about helping others ✔ Willing to learn and develop ✔ Comfortable working independently in clients' homes ✔ Committed to providing high-quality care If you've worked in
customer service, administration, retail, hospitality, education, childcare or another people-focused role
, many of your existing skills will transfer perfectly into care. Hours & Availability
We're currently recruiting
part-time Care Assistants looking for between 8 and 20 hours per week
, with flexibility to find a working pattern that suits your availability. Current Priority – Thursday to Sunday
We are particularly looking for CareGivers who can work
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and/or Sundays
. We have a range of hours available across these days, including
early mornings, evenings and split shifts
. You don't need to be available for every shift or all four days, but
good availability across Thursday–Sunday is especially valuable at the moment. Hours are also available across
Monday–Wednesday
. Minimum Availability Requirements
To provide consistent care for our clients, applicants must be able to commit to: ✅
At least 2 evening shifts per week
– approximately 4:00pm–10:00pm ✅
At least 2 early morning shifts per week
– approximately 7:00am–12:00pm ✅
Alternate weekends
– Saturday and/or Sunday ✅ A minimum of
8 hours per week ✅ Availability across a mixture of morning, afternoon and evening shifts where possible Please note:
Two evenings per week, two early morning shifts and alternate weekend availability are
essential requirements for this role
. Due to the needs of our clients, we are unable to accommodate a school-hours-only pattern of 9:00am–2:00pm. Whether you're looking for
8, 12, 16 or 20 hours per week
, we'll work with you to find a regular pattern that suits your availability while ensuring our clients receive consistent, reliable care. Where you'll work
Portsmouth Cosham Portchester Southsea Denmead and surrounding areas You'll travel between clients' homes, so
a full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle is required for this role. Why Right at Home Portsmouth?
At
Right at Home Portsmouth
, we're proud to be an award-winning homecare provider delivering exceptional care to people in our local community. We believe our Care Assistants deserve the same level of care and support that they give to our clients every day. You'll be welcomed into a
friendly and supportive local team
where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career in care, looking for a part-time role alongside another job, or simply want to do something meaningful with your time, we'll support you every step of the way. Apply today
If you're looking for a
part-time Care Assistant job in Portsmouth
, with
8–20 hours per week, paid training, flexible hours and the opportunity to make a genuine difference
, we'd love to hear from you. No previous care experience is required — just a caring nature, reliability and a desire to help others.
