Professional Care Worker
| Posting date: | 22 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.00 to £15.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Academy Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Professional Care Worker – Wakefield & Leeds (plus surrounding areas)
Employer: Academy Care Ltd
Salary: £13.00–£15.00 per hour + mileage & bonuses
Contract Type: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible Hours Available
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About the Role
Academy Care Ltd is offering an exciting opportunity for compassionate, reliable, and professional Care Workers to join our dedicated team in Wakefield and Leeds.
As a Care Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering person-centred care to our service users. This includes support with personal care, medication administration, companionship, and overall well-being. You will be part of a growing care provider that values both the individuals we support and the staff who make that possible.
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What We Offer
Exceptional Pay & Benefits:
£13.00 per hour standard rate
Up to £15.00 per hour for last-minute rota changes
Extra 50p per visit for car drivers
Mileage allowance: 30p per mile (conditions apply)
Guaranteed hours or flexible contract options
Weekly or monthly pay options
Paid induction training: Worth £120 (conditions apply)
Refer-a-friend bonus: £200 per successful referral (conditions apply)
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Ongoing Training & Development:
Fully funded Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Adult Social Care
Accredited training in medication awareness, moving & handling, first aid, and more
Access to eight+ additional optional training courses to support your career progression
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Additional Benefits:
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Salary sacrifice schemes available
On-call GP service with guaranteed next-day prescription (delivery charge only)
Access to our Employee Benefits Platform:
Discounts at over 300 retailers
Free gifts and exclusive offers
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Fast-Track Start Available
We offer a fast-track onboarding process for those ready to begin immediately (as quick as 3 days), or a standard recruitment pathway with a start within 2 weeks.
Requirements:
Two references
Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
Completion of mandatory training
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About Academy Care Ltd
Founded five years ago, Academy Care Ltd is a growing care provider with strong roots in Wakefield and surrounding areas. We’re committed to delivering high-quality care and to supporting the growth and development of our staff.
We offer a range of flexible work options to suit your lifestyle, including:
Day and night shifts
Domiciliary care
Long sits
Family-friendly hours
You’ll be supported by a dedicated in-house recruiter from your first enquiry through to your first day.
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Inclusivity Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background.
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Ready to Apply?
If you’re caring, committed, and ready to make a difference, click ‘Apply’ now to join our fantastic team.
Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond individually to every applicant. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Employer: Academy Care Ltd
Salary: £13.00–£15.00 per hour + mileage & bonuses
Contract Type: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible Hours Available
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About the Role
Academy Care Ltd is offering an exciting opportunity for compassionate, reliable, and professional Care Workers to join our dedicated team in Wakefield and Leeds.
As a Care Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering person-centred care to our service users. This includes support with personal care, medication administration, companionship, and overall well-being. You will be part of a growing care provider that values both the individuals we support and the staff who make that possible.
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What We Offer
Exceptional Pay & Benefits:
£13.00 per hour standard rate
Up to £15.00 per hour for last-minute rota changes
Extra 50p per visit for car drivers
Mileage allowance: 30p per mile (conditions apply)
Guaranteed hours or flexible contract options
Weekly or monthly pay options
Paid induction training: Worth £120 (conditions apply)
Refer-a-friend bonus: £200 per successful referral (conditions apply)
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Ongoing Training & Development:
Fully funded Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Adult Social Care
Accredited training in medication awareness, moving & handling, first aid, and more
Access to eight+ additional optional training courses to support your career progression
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Additional Benefits:
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Salary sacrifice schemes available
On-call GP service with guaranteed next-day prescription (delivery charge only)
Access to our Employee Benefits Platform:
Discounts at over 300 retailers
Free gifts and exclusive offers
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Fast-Track Start Available
We offer a fast-track onboarding process for those ready to begin immediately (as quick as 3 days), or a standard recruitment pathway with a start within 2 weeks.
Requirements:
Two references
Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
Completion of mandatory training
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About Academy Care Ltd
Founded five years ago, Academy Care Ltd is a growing care provider with strong roots in Wakefield and surrounding areas. We’re committed to delivering high-quality care and to supporting the growth and development of our staff.
We offer a range of flexible work options to suit your lifestyle, including:
Day and night shifts
Domiciliary care
Long sits
Family-friendly hours
You’ll be supported by a dedicated in-house recruiter from your first enquiry through to your first day.
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Inclusivity Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background.
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Ready to Apply?
If you’re caring, committed, and ready to make a difference, click ‘Apply’ now to join our fantastic team.
Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond individually to every applicant. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.