Care Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 02 Mar 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value attributed to the fulfilling work environment and training opportunities available in the caregiving sector.
- Hourly rate of up to £12.92
- Training and support for new care assistants
- Hands-on role in a dynamic environment
- Requires high levels of empathy and patience
Pros
- Significant training support for new entrants
- Hourly pay of up to £12.92
- Active role in enhancing residents' lives
Cons
- Emotional challenges inherent in caregiving
- Physically demanding work environment
- Varied shift patterns may impact personal life
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • In-person at care home
Good fit
- Empathetic individuals seeking to help others
- Entry-level candidates in health care
- Team-oriented people in caregiving
Not recommended for
- Candidates uncomfortable with personal care tasks
- Individuals preferring desk jobs
- Those seeking flexible hours without care duties
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Care Assistant.
The Role
- Helping residents to remain as active and independent as possible
- Support residents with personal care and mealtimes
- Helping identify residents’ unique goals and implement personalised care plans
- Supporting residents to explore new interests and engage in physical activities in a motivating and homely environment
Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family
- Wagestream- access your wages at any-time
- Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements
- Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
- Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
- Annual purchase holiday scheme
- Wellbeing support
New to Care?
We have our own Learning Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new carers and support workers and we will give you all that’s needed to have a successful career as a carer with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.
We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.
We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.
