Health Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £23,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 October 2025 |
| Location: | Peterborough, Eastern England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HORIZON CARE PLUS LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Position 1: Health Care Assistant (HCA)
Pay: £12.86 per hour
Schedule: Day shifts, Monday to Friday (occasional weekends)
About the Role:
As a Health Care Assistant at Horizon Care Plus Ltd, you’ll play a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to vulnerable adults within our day centre and outreach services. Your contribution supports service users in maintaining dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
Support clients with personal care, mobility, meals, and medication prompts
Assist in daily routines and encourage participation in planned activities
Monitor and report changes in service users’ physical or emotional condition
Follow individual care plans and uphold safeguarding protocols
Work collaboratively with other care staff and families
Requirements:
Previous experience in care (preferred but not essential)
A compassionate, patient, and respectful approach
Good communication skills and a proactive attitude
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work toward it)
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
Position 2: Day Centre Activity Coordinator
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Schedule: Day shifts, Monday to Friday
About the Role:
We are seeking a creative, organised, and caring individual to coordinate and deliver engaging daily activities at our Peterborough day centre. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older adults and those with mild learning or physical disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and run stimulating activities (e.g., arts & crafts, music, gentle exercise, games, outings)
Encourage social interaction, inclusion, and participation
Personalise activity plans based on individual preferences and abilities
Collaborate with care staff to integrate wellbeing goals into daily routines
Maintain attendance records and evaluate the impact of activities
Requirements:
Experience working with vulnerable adults or in a care/day centre environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Creativity and enthusiasm for planning varied activities
Ability to adapt activities to suit a wide range of needs
Basic IT and record-keeping skills
DBS check required
What We Offer at Horizon Care Plus Ltd:
Competitive hourly rates
Supportive team environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Flexible working options (where possible)
A chance to make a real difference every day
Location:
Our services are based in Peterborough, easily accessible by public transport and with on-site parking available.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and preferred role (HCA or Activity Coordinator) to:
info@horizoncareplus.co.uk
Or call us on: [07807169019] for more information.
Horizon Care Plus Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: £12.86 per hour
Schedule: Day shifts, Monday to Friday (occasional weekends)
About the Role:
As a Health Care Assistant at Horizon Care Plus Ltd, you’ll play a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to vulnerable adults within our day centre and outreach services. Your contribution supports service users in maintaining dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
Support clients with personal care, mobility, meals, and medication prompts
Assist in daily routines and encourage participation in planned activities
Monitor and report changes in service users’ physical or emotional condition
Follow individual care plans and uphold safeguarding protocols
Work collaboratively with other care staff and families
Requirements:
Previous experience in care (preferred but not essential)
A compassionate, patient, and respectful approach
Good communication skills and a proactive attitude
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work toward it)
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
Position 2: Day Centre Activity Coordinator
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Schedule: Day shifts, Monday to Friday
About the Role:
We are seeking a creative, organised, and caring individual to coordinate and deliver engaging daily activities at our Peterborough day centre. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older adults and those with mild learning or physical disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and run stimulating activities (e.g., arts & crafts, music, gentle exercise, games, outings)
Encourage social interaction, inclusion, and participation
Personalise activity plans based on individual preferences and abilities
Collaborate with care staff to integrate wellbeing goals into daily routines
Maintain attendance records and evaluate the impact of activities
Requirements:
Experience working with vulnerable adults or in a care/day centre environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Creativity and enthusiasm for planning varied activities
Ability to adapt activities to suit a wide range of needs
Basic IT and record-keeping skills
DBS check required
What We Offer at Horizon Care Plus Ltd:
Competitive hourly rates
Supportive team environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Flexible working options (where possible)
A chance to make a real difference every day
Location:
Our services are based in Peterborough, easily accessible by public transport and with on-site parking available.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and preferred role (HCA or Activity Coordinator) to:
info@horizoncareplus.co.uk
Or call us on: [07807169019] for more information.
Horizon Care Plus Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. We are an equal opportunity employer.