Care Assistants

Hemel Hempstead Source: WhatJobs

£15.00 per hour

This position is designed for care assistants who are able to travel between clients.

We are proud to be:

Top 20 Home Care Provider in the East of England (2026) – awarded to us for the fifth time by homecare.co.uk.
WorkBuzz 5 Star Employer (2026) – recognised for the fifth time for our outstanding team culture and supportive workplace.
Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year – National Care Awards 2025.
We believe great care starts with great people. That’s why we provide full training, consistent care teams, and a supportive working environment where Care Assistants feel valued and appreciated.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Care Assistant, you will support clients in their own home providing high-quality, person-centred care, including:

Companionship: Offering social interaction and emotional support to promote well-being and reduce loneliness.
Meal Preparation: Preparing nutritious meals in line with dietary needs and preferences
Medication Support: Assisting with medication reminders and administration in accordance with care plans.
Light Housekeeping: Supporting with household tasks such as tidying, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment.
Transportation: Accompanying clients to appointments, shopping trips, or social activities where required
Building Relationships: Developing strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families

Pay & Benefits:

£15.00 per hour (blended rate including paid travel time)
Enhanced Bank Holiday Rates (1.5x to 2.0x)
Paid Mileage (40p per mile)
Holiday Pay
Pension Scheme
Casual dress
Employee discounts
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Ongoing training, mentoring, and development
Free flu vaccinations
Referral bonus scheme

No Care Experience? No Problem.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including retail, hospitality, hairdressing,
cleaning, childcare, customer service, the NHS, healthcare, support work and many other
sectors. If you're caring, reliable and enjoy helping others, we'll provide all the training and
support you need to become a confident domiciliary care assistant.

Essential Requirements:

Team player with a genuine passion for helping others.
Be available to work early mornings and evenings, including alternate weekends.
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.
Obtaining Class 1 Business Insurance for your vehicle.
Have the right to work in the UK.

Care Professional Academy Membership (hosted by HCPA):

You will receive membership to the Care Professional Academy, a Hertfordshire Care Providers Association (HCPA) initiative designed to recognise and reward your professional development. By uploading your training certificates, you can access a wide range of benefits including exclusive discounts, career development tools, wellbeing support, and recognition of your skills and experience within the care sector. This helps you build a portable professional profile while gaining rewards for your ongoing learning.

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