Care Santé Limited
Community Care Assistant, Pontefract
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Community Care Assistant, Pontefract
Care Assistant – Health Care Assistant
There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver—work as a Health Care Assistant and love your job!
Our Benefits Include
- Rate: £13.00 per hour (4-weekly pay)
- 35p per mile
- Enhanced DBS check, paid
- Paid holidays
- Workplace pension
- Company mobile phone provided
- No previous experience needed – full training provided
- Paid induction and update training
- Support and funding for recognised qualifications
- Plenty of opportunity for promotion and career progression
- Enhanced PPE provided
About the Role
Valley Care, West Yorkshire, are looking for local Community Care Workers to join our care teams in the areas of:
- Wakefield East – (Pontefract, Hemsworth, Knottingley, Castleford, Pontefract, Normanton, Ferry Bridge, Airdale and surrounding areas)
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We are seeking Health Care Assistants to join our family-like team. We offer both part-time and full-time roles, where you’ll provide life-changing care and support, enabling vulnerable adults of all ages to live fulfilling lives in their own homes.
Working Hours
Our usual shifts include:
- Mornings: 7am – 3pm
- Evenings: 3pm – 10pm
Requirements for attendance:
- Ability to work alternative weekends
- Commitment to at least 2 evening shifts per week
Job Description: Key Responsibilities
Our Home Care Assistants provide essential support across multiple areas, including:
- Personal care: Assisting service users with washing, bathing, and toilet arrangements
- Mobility & physical disabilities: Helping overcome mobility issues and encouraging the safe use and care of aids
- Domestic tasks: Making/changing beds, tidying rooms, light cleaning, laundry, and emptying commodes
- Meals & nutrition: Preparing meals, snacks, and drinks while assisting with eating and drinking
- Medication support: Administering medication as prescribed
- End-of-life care: Contributing to compassionate end-of-life care, when needed
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Requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- Driving licence and vehicle access (essential for this role)
- No prior experience required, though candidates must:
- Demonstrate real compassion
- Be an excellent communicator and problem solver
- Commit to delivering high-quality, respectful care
Why Join Us?
If you’re seeking a rewarding career with: ✔ Full training provided ✔ Excellent career progression ✔ An employer who puts you first
Apply now to be part of Valley Care’s dynamic team!
#ApplyNow | Permanent – Full-Time or Part-Time | Location: Pontefract, Castleford, Normanton
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