Community Care Assistant (Salaried Paid Travel)
| Posting date: | 08 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 May 2026 |
| Location: | Tiverton, Devon |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Beehive Care & Training Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Community Care Worker – Full Time (37.5 hours)
Beehive Care & Training Group Ltd
East Devon & Mid Devon (including rural locations)
£26,000 per annum pro rata + paid mileage
Permanent contract | 37.5 hours per week
4‑week rolling rota | Every other weekend
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Community Care Worker to join our friendly, professional team.
This is a full‑time, permanent role supporting customers in their own homes across East and Mid Devon. You’ll work independently in the community while being fully supported by a responsive and knowledgeable office team.
Rotas are planned in advance on a 4‑week rolling basis, with every other weekend, and you’ll usually be allocated to the service area closest to where you live to support continuity of care and reasonable travel.
What you’ll be doing
• Delivering personal care with dignity and respect
• Supporting with meals, nutrition and hydration
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with light household tasks in line with care plans
• Administering medication in line with training and MAR charts
• Supporting with manual handling, including hoists
• Providing catheter care where trained
• Working safely as a lone worker, following risk assessments
• Recording care notes accurately using our digital care system
• Reporting changes in health or wellbeing and following safeguarding procedures
• Completing a structured 3 day induction, including classroom based learning, shadowing, and practical preparation
What we’re looking for
You’ll be someone who is:
• Reliable, professional and punctual
• Confident working independently in the community
• Caring, respectful and calm in your approach
• Responsible and accountable for your work
• Committed to high standards of care and conduct
Previous experience in care is preferred but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
What is essential is that you:
• Have a genuinely caring and compassionate nature
• Bring a can do, positive attitude to your work
• Are resilient and adaptable, especially when working independently
• Are flexible to meet the needs of customers and the service
• Have a willingness to learn, develop your skills and follow training and guidance
• Take responsibility for your work and understand the importance of safe, high quality care
This role would suit someone who is reliable, kind, and committed to making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Essential requirements
• Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel across East & Mid Devon, including rural areas
• Available to work 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota
• Right to work in the UK
• Willing to complete mandatory training and an enhanced DBS check
What we offer
• Permanent contract with guaranteed hours
• Paid induction, training and competency sign‑off
• Paid travel time and mileage (HMRC‑aligned)
• 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Ongoing support from an experienced management team
• A professional, supportive workplace that values quality, safety and reliability
About us
Beehive Care & Training Group Ltd is a values‑led domiciliary care provider, supporting people to live safely and independently in their own homes. We pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality, regulated care with dignity, professionalism and compassion at the heart of everything we do.
Beehive Care & Training Group Ltd
East Devon & Mid Devon (including rural locations)
£26,000 per annum pro rata + paid mileage
Permanent contract | 37.5 hours per week
4‑week rolling rota | Every other weekend
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Community Care Worker to join our friendly, professional team.
This is a full‑time, permanent role supporting customers in their own homes across East and Mid Devon. You’ll work independently in the community while being fully supported by a responsive and knowledgeable office team.
Rotas are planned in advance on a 4‑week rolling basis, with every other weekend, and you’ll usually be allocated to the service area closest to where you live to support continuity of care and reasonable travel.
What you’ll be doing
• Delivering personal care with dignity and respect
• Supporting with meals, nutrition and hydration
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with light household tasks in line with care plans
• Administering medication in line with training and MAR charts
• Supporting with manual handling, including hoists
• Providing catheter care where trained
• Working safely as a lone worker, following risk assessments
• Recording care notes accurately using our digital care system
• Reporting changes in health or wellbeing and following safeguarding procedures
• Completing a structured 3 day induction, including classroom based learning, shadowing, and practical preparation
What we’re looking for
You’ll be someone who is:
• Reliable, professional and punctual
• Confident working independently in the community
• Caring, respectful and calm in your approach
• Responsible and accountable for your work
• Committed to high standards of care and conduct
Previous experience in care is preferred but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
What is essential is that you:
• Have a genuinely caring and compassionate nature
• Bring a can do, positive attitude to your work
• Are resilient and adaptable, especially when working independently
• Are flexible to meet the needs of customers and the service
• Have a willingness to learn, develop your skills and follow training and guidance
• Take responsibility for your work and understand the importance of safe, high quality care
This role would suit someone who is reliable, kind, and committed to making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Essential requirements
• Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel across East & Mid Devon, including rural areas
• Available to work 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota
• Right to work in the UK
• Willing to complete mandatory training and an enhanced DBS check
What we offer
• Permanent contract with guaranteed hours
• Paid induction, training and competency sign‑off
• Paid travel time and mileage (HMRC‑aligned)
• 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Ongoing support from an experienced management team
• A professional, supportive workplace that values quality, safety and reliability
About us
Beehive Care & Training Group Ltd is a values‑led domiciliary care provider, supporting people to live safely and independently in their own homes. We pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality, regulated care with dignity, professionalism and compassion at the heart of everything we do.
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