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Care Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 12 January 2026
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Additional salary information: - Up to £300 New Starter Bonus - Up to £300 Refer a Friend Bonus - Up to £400 Annual Bonus - £25 birthday gift voucher
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 February 2026
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Be Caring Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Leeds

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Summary

Care Assistants - South Leeds

Female Drivers Only | Shift Pay (Not Pay-Per-Call)

If you’re already the person who checks in on a neighbour, supports a relative, or is always there when someone needs a hand – you’ve got skills that really matter.

Those same qualities – patience, empathy, reliability – can make a huge difference to people in your local Leeds community who want to stay independent at home.

At Be Caring, we’re employee-owned and values-led. That means you’re not just turning up for a shift – you’re part of a team where you are listened to, supported, and valued for the work you do every day.

Please note: due to the personal nature of the support, this role is open to female applicants only (in line with the Equality Act 2010)

Where You'll Work
You’ll join a dedicated care team working across one or more local Leeds neighbourhoods, supporting people in their own homes in:
LS10: Belle Isle, Hunslet, Middleton
LS11: Beeston
LS27: Morley
LS26: Rothwell
LS12: Armley
LS15: Killingbeck
LS13: Bramley

You’ll need to be a driver, with access to your own car, so you can travel safely and reliably between visits.

Pay & Shift Patterns
We offer shift pay, not pay-per-call - meaning you’re paid continuously from your first visit to your last.

£12.82 p/hr – Drivers
Mileage: 45p/mile (drivers)
Part-time & full-time hours available

Shift patterns (2-week rota):
Early shift: 7:00am – 2:00pm
Late shift: 3:30pm – 10:00pm
Alternate full weekends, or every Saturday or every Sunday

What you’ll do
Whether you’re new to care or have supported others before, if you’re caring, dependable and people-focused, you’ll feel at home at Be Caring Leeds. As a Care Assistant, you will:
- Support people to achieve their goals and maintain independence
- Provide safe, dignified personal care
- Work in partnership with families and professionals
- Record and share information clearly and accurately
- Help people stay connected to their community and everyday life

Every visit is a chance to help someone feel safe, happy and as independent as possible.

Induction & Training
Your paid induction will give you plenty of time to find your feet. You’ll spend one week in the classroom (Monday–Friday) learning the essentials, including two days shadowing with experienced colleagues out in the community, and additional elearning modules. You will recieve comprehensive training on:
- Be Caring values & going Above and Beyond
- Safeguarding, dignity, respect & equality
- Confidentiality & professional boundaries
- Medication, fluids and nutrition
- Moving & positioning, basic life support, pressure area care
- Infection prevention, health & safety
- Learning disabilities (Oliver McGowan Tier 1), mental health & capacity

We invest in you - because when you grow, our community grows too.

Bonus schemes*
- Up to £300 New Starter Bonus
- Up to £300 Refer a Friend Bonus
- Up to £400 Annual Bonus
- £25 birthday gift voucher
*Current bonus structure – more details shared at recruitment and onboarding.

Ready to Make a Difference in Leeds?
If you’re a female driver who cares about people and wants a role that genuinely matters in your local area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today, and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch to talk through the role, areas and rota options.

Benefits
- Fully funded DBS
- Paid induction training: 1 week classroom-based Mon–Fri, 2 days shadowing + online modules
- Training & development: funded Level 2 + accredited courses
- Holiday pay that grows with service
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support
- Optional GMB union membership

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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.

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