Care Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 27 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to the rewarding nature of the role, competitive salary, and commitment to employee development.
- Hourly pay of up to £12.60
- Comprehensive training for new employees
- Emotional fulfillment from helping residents
- Requires resilience and compassion
Pros
- Excellent training programs for new caregivers
- Competitive hourly wage of up to £12.60
- Focus on personal and professional growth
Cons
- Emotional challenges associated with care work
- Required to handle sensitive situations
- Rotating shifts could impact work-life balance
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • In-person at care setup
Good fit
- Compassionate individuals
- Applicants interested in healthcare careers
- Team players looking for rewarding work
Not recommended for
- Candidates without an interest in caregiving
- Those looking for strictly desk jobs
- Individuals seeking high non-caring salaries
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.
