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Care Assistant - Bedford

Job details
Posting date: 02 August 2025
Salary: £13.00 to £13.67 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 31 August 2025
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: City and County Healthcare Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: REF6407H

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Summary

Company Description

Brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. Plenty of ups, some downs, and a few curveballs. At My Home Care, every day is different. Every day offers you the opportunity to do meaningful and rewarding work that changes people's lives.

We support service users in the following locations across London



WORK LOCATION:

Bedford, South End, Kempston, Queens Park, Goldington, Sandy, Biggleswade, Shefford, Henlow, Stotfold, Baldock, Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage,



We welcome applications from drivers based in and around the surrounding areas



Bedfordshire Pay Rate: £13.00 - £13.67 per hour plus 25p mileage.

Hertfordshire Pay Rate £14.44 - £15.44 per hour plus 25p mileage.



Shifts work across seven days a week,

DAY - 06:00/7:00 am – 2:00 pm

EVENING – 2:00 pm – 10:00/11:00 pm



Care Assistant: Role & Responsibilities



Our Care Professionals are the extraordinary people who do the everyday things that mean so much to our clients. Supporting them to live safer and supported lives in their own homes, you’ll follow individual care plans and assist with personal care, helping clients to bathe, dress, manage incontinence, use the toilet and supporting them with their medication. You’ll also help with practical tasks like shopping, mealtimes, and housework.
Helping our clients overcome any mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including helping in the use of, and care of aids/adaptations and personal equipment.
Assisting with domestic tasks such as making and changing beds, tidying rooms, light cleaning, laundry, and emptying commodes.
Our Care Professionals help our clients with personal care such as washing, bathing and toileting arrangements.
Help with eating and drinking by preparing meals, snacks, and drinks, assisting with feeding if required.
Assisting clients with preparing and administering medication.


Job Description

What else you'll help with:

Companionship – being a friendly face & preventing loneliness by engaging in conversations, activities, and outings.
Personal Care – all aspects of personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, while maintaining dignity and respect.
Medication – collecting prescriptions, providing reminders, and assisting with proper dosage and timing.
Mealtimes – preparing tasty and nutritious meals, considering dietary requirements and preferences.
Housekeeping – keeping their home just the way they like it, including light cleaning, laundry, and tidying.
Mobility – help with getting around safely, both indoors and outdoors, using appropriate aids when necessary.
Health Monitoring – observing and reporting any changes in the client's physical or mental wellbeing.
Social Activities – organising and accompanying clients to social events or appointments.
Administrative Tasks – maintaining accurate records of care provided and any incidents or concerns.
Emergency Response – following proper procedures in case of accidents or medical emergencies.
Family Liaison – communicating effectively with family members about the client's care and wellbeing.
Qualifications

What you'll need (besides a cape and superpowers!)



Hold onto your hats, because you don't need any social care experience to join our merry band of care crusaders! We're more interested in your heart of gold and your ability to sprinkle kindness wherever you go. You'll need to be as resilient as a rubber band and as eager to learn as a curious kitten. Get ready to level up your skills and knowledge as part of our close-knit (and slightly bonkers) team!



While previous experience isn't necessary, you'll need to show us that you've got compassion oozing from your pores, communication skills that would make a UN diplomat jealous, and problem-solving abilities that would impress our Moher Teresa herself! Oh, and a commitment to delivering top-notch, respectful care that would make your gran proud!



Have a right to work within the UK (sorry, time travellers from the future need not apply)



A driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role. (In some rural areas - think of yourself as a care-providing road runner!

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen everyday thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.



As a Care Assistant, you'll receive:



Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay.
Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement.
Death in Service Payment
Pension scheme
Benefits and Well-being Platform
28 days annual leave (pro rata)
Cycle to work scheme.
Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral!
Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands for you
Flexible hours, part and full time available
Local work and paid mileage
Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
Paid training – online and face to face
Self-development – progression opportunities
Access to our in-house app
Work for the largest care company in the UK!
No experience necessary


So, if you're ready to embark on a care adventure that's more exciting than a rollercoaster ride through a chocolate factory, come join our team of everyday heroes! APPLY TODAY!!

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