Alcedo Care
Care Assistant
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Care Assistant
HOME CARE WORKER
Location: Chester and surrounding areas
- Competitive Pay: £14 - £15.75 plus pension and holiday pay (equating to a rolled-up rate of £16.16 - £18.18)
- Eligibility: Applications open to female candidates with a full UK driving licence due to the specific needs of our clients
This role is subject to a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. We remain committed to selecting female applicants due to the privacy, dignity, and safeguarding demands of supporting our clients.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Home Care Worker with Alcedo Care, you’ll provide compassionate support to individuals in their homes while demonstrating independence and making a meaningful difference. We pride ourselves on being a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for six years running.
Responsibilities
As a Home Care Worker, your day-to-day tasks will include:
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- Personal Care (washing, dressing, continence support, mobility assistance)
- Medication and meal preparation to ensure clients receive proper care
- Daily household tasks (laundry, tidying, and routine management)
- Encouraging independence and providing companionship
- Transport support for clients where required
With 6 months' experience, you may progress to specialist care roles, such as:
- Complex Care (supporting individuals with conditions like spinal injuries, respiratory disorders, and tracheostomy care)
- Children’s Support (personal care, emotional support, and assistance for children with complex needs)
- Mental Health Support (counseling, routine management, and confidence-building)
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 18 years old
- Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
- Flexible hours available, including alternate weekends
- Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required
- For Complex Care, Children’s, or Mental Health roles, 6 months’ hands-on UK care experience is necessary
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Why Choose Alcedo Care?
- Enhanced bank holiday pay
- Paid training: 2-day induction programme paid from your first week
- Free DBS check
- Mileage contribution for drivers
- Flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, or casual shifts)
- 24/7 wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme
- Award-winning training, including sessions with Registered Nurses
- Career development through our Rising Stars programme and fully funded NVQs
- Supportive team culture with strong family values
Next Steps
If you enjoy making a direct impact and are passionate about independent living and care, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take your first step with Alcedo Care.
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