At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential care and support to clients in their homes, ensuring dignity and respect.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: 28 days annual leave, pension scheme, and fully funded health qualifications.
- Other info: Enjoy recognition programmes and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Become a hero by brightening someone's day and building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Compassion, strong communication skills, and a valid driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
Overview
As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients, following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.
Responsibilities
- Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
- Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
- Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
- Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
- Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
- Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships
- What Else You’ll Help With
- Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
- Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration
- Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs
- Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying
- Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
- Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
- Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections
- Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, and a listening ear
- Documentation – accurate record keeping
- Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments, acting quickly when needed
- Collaboration – working closely with colleagues, professionals, and families
- What You’ll Need
- Driving Requirement: Access to a vehicle is strictly required due to the geographical nature of this role (you must hold a valid driving licence).
- Genuine compassion and respect for others
- Strong communication and listening skills
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability and a caring, supportive nature
- The right to work in the UK
If you’re kind-hearted, dependable, and ready to make every day a little brighter — you’ve already got what it takes to be a Care Assistant hero!
- Additional Information
- Group Recognition Programmes: Be celebrated for your hard work with our internal \'Care Heroes\' awards and long-service recognition
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
- Pension scheme & Death in Service Payment
- Benefits and wellbeing platform
- Refer a friend scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Paid Shadowing Shifts with an experienced mentor before you ever go out on your own
- Fully funded NVQs/Diplomas in Health & Social Care
Ready to join our team of everyday heroes?
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Care Assistant in Watford employer: Sage Care Limited
Sage Care Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment for Care Professionals in the Sandwell & Dudley area. With flexible hours and comprehensive training provided, employees can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of local individuals. The company fosters a culture of compassion and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered in their role.
