Care Assistant – Southampton

Looking for a care job that works around your life?

At Right at Home Solent, we are looking for caring and reliable Care Assistants across Southampton. Whether you prefer morning shifts, evening shifts, or a flexible split shift, we have options to suit different lifestyles.

We are rated Outstanding by the CQC, and our focus is simple: giving our Clients excellent care while making sure our Care Assistants feel valued and supported.

Location: Southampton
Pay: £14.80–£17.15 per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday + alternate weekends
Holiday pay included | Paid mileage | CQC Outstanding

The shifts we have available

Morning shifts

• 7:00am–1:00pm

• 9:00am–3:30pm

Evening shifts

• 5:00pm–10:00pm

Split shifts

• 9:00am–1:00pm

• Short break during the afternoon

• 5:00pm–10:00pm

You can discuss your preferred shift pattern with us during the application process.

What you get

• £14.80 per hour weekdays

• Up to £17.15 per hour weekends

• Holiday pay included

• 35p per mile mileage

• One-hour minimum visits – no rushed 15-minute calls

• Regular Clients so you can build genuine relationships

• Fully paid training

• Funded NVQ qualifications and career progression

• Pension and Blue Light Card

• £150 Refer-a-Friend voucher

• Monthly entry into our £150 Carer bonus lottery

• 4.8 stars on Indeed from 121 reviews

Who this role is perfect for

This could suit you if you are:

• A parent looking for work around the school day

• Looking for morning or evening work alongside another commitment

• Wanting a career change into a rewarding role

• An experienced Care Assistant looking for more consistent Clients

• Simply someone who enjoys helping and caring for others

No previous care experience is required – we provide full training.

You will need:

• A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle

• The right to work in the UK

• Availability to work alternate weekends

• A caring, reliable and patient approach

What does a shift look like?

Your morning could start at 7am helping a Client with their morning routine, preparing breakfast and making sure they are ready for the day.

You may then visit other Clients, supporting them in their own homes and helping them maintain their independence.

With our one-hour minimum visits, you have time to provide proper care rather than rushing from one Client to another.

Whether you choose mornings, evenings or split shifts, you'll be doing work that genuinely makes a difference.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now—we aim to respond to every application within 24 hours.

Right at Home Solent is an equal opportunities employer. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of the application process.