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Care Assistant- Full time

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Discover a rewarding career as a Care Assistant in Sydenham. We're recruiting for full-time roles to support clients in their own homes, and the stated pay rate includes travel time.

If you're kind, enjoy working with people, and love making a difference, this could be the perfect role for you. No previous experience is required.

Your duties may include helping with personal care such as continence support, washing and dressing, managing medication, preparing hot meals, and supporting with household tasks. Most importantly, you'll provide companionship, reassurance, and comfort to the people you care for.

We have opportunities available in Sydenham, Bromley, Bickley, Downham, Sundridge, and nearby areas.

Important: You must be able to work a mix of shifts and alternate weekends.

Our benefits include:

  • Guaranteed hours available: For anyone looking for 35–40 hours per week, we have guaranteed hours available.

  • A £250 bonus payment once you successfully pass your probation.

  • Enhanced bank holiday rates

  • Holiday pay and pension scheme

  • Free DBS/PVG, company mobile phone, and uniform

  • Paid mileage between visits

  • Access to our WeCare benefits and discounts platform, plus eligibility for the Blue Light Card Scheme

  • Exclusive discounts on driving lessons, fuel, car insurance, vehicle maintenance, cycle hire, and more

  • Enhanced maternity (12 weeks full pay), paternity, and parental leave

  • A leading career development pathway, including the Care Certificate and NVQs, with strong progression opportunities — 50% of salaried roles are filled internally

  • Wellbeing support including an employee assistance programme, mental health first aiders, a healthcare cash plan, free eye tests, and contributions towards glasses

  • Extra earnings through our Care Friends referral scheme — £400 per referral

If you're looking for a truly rewarding role where your support brings comfort, safety, and smiles to those you care for, apply today.

Please note: This role requires a DBS check and you must have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to an inclusive workplace.


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What this role involves

General background for care worker roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.

  • Make food, assist with eating and make sure medication is taken if needed
  • Support clients to take part in physical and social activities
  • Do routine checks of weight, temperature and blood pressure
Typical pay (UK)
£20,000 starting · £25,000 experienced
Typical hours
35 to 45 a week
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Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0

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