Details:
- Salary: £12.71 - 13.50 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Part-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Leighton Buzzard Central Bedfordshire
- Date: 21 hours ago
Description:
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?
Workforce Personnel are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Care Assistants / Care Workers to support a variety of residential and nursing homes across Bedfordshire and Central Bedfordshire.
This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs, including elderly care, mental health, and learning disabilities. You’ll play a vital role in improving residents’ quality of life through personal care, companionship, and emotional support.
Key Responsibilities
* As a Care Assistant / Care Worker, your duties may include:
* Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
* Supporting with medication administration/management in line with care plans and policies
* Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
* Providing companionship, emotional support, and reassurance
* Monitoring and reporting any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care records
* Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for residents
* Encouraging residents to take part in social, recreational, and daily living activities
* Working collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and home staff to deliver person-centred care
Requirements
* To be considered for this role, you must have:
* 6–12 months’ UK care experience (essential)
* A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong written and spoken English and the ability to follow care instructions
* Flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, weekends, earlies, and lates
* An Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
* Willingness to complete face-to-face mandatory training
* The ability to provide satisfactory references
What We Offer
* Excellent pay rates
* Holiday pay
* Free uniform
* Flexible working hours to suit your availability
* 24/7 support from a friendly and experienced team
* Opportunities across a variety of care settings
* A rewarding role where you can make a real and lasting impact
Important Information
Please note: We do not offer Certificates of Sponsorship for this role.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Care Worker looking for a flexible and fulfilling opportunity where your care and compassion can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join the exceptional team at Workforce Personnel