Homecare Assistant (HCA)

ABOUT HORIZONS HOMECARE

At Horizons Homecare, we are proud to be a leading provider of homecare services, known for our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our clients in their own homes. As we continue to grow and expand, we are excited to invite compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our passionate team of care professionals.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Competitive Pay: Earn £14.50-£16 per hour, plus 35p per mile travel allowance
• Consistent Scheduling: Enjoy regular hours with the same clients, reducing travel time and allowing you to build meaningful relationships.
• Extensive Support: From comprehensive in-house training to 24/7 management support, we ensure you’re never alone.
• Employee Benefits: Enjoy a variety of benefits including holiday pay, a generous pension scheme, long-service benefits, a wellness program with free counselling, ‘refer a client’ scheme and a ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you every month with absolutely NO CAP to the earnings.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for progression in care or the coordination of care – not to forget funded qualifications to help you grow professionally.

What you will do

Support clients in their own homes with personal care, washing, dressing and continence care, always with dignity.

Help with medication, meal preparation, mobility and keeping the home safe and comfortable.

Provide companionship and emotional support. You are often the friendly face a client sees that day.

Follow each client’s care plan and record clear, accurate notes after every visit.

Spot changes in a client’s health or wellbeing early, and flag them to the office team.

What we are looking for

A caring, patient and reliable nature. Experience is welcome, but not essential, as full training is provided.

A full, UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (mileage is paid at 35p per mile)

The right to work in the UK and willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Good spoken and written English, in order to follow care plans and keep clear records.

Flexibility to work some mornings, evenings and alternate weekends on a planned rota.

Join Our Family:

We are built on the foundations of providing the standard of care you deserve. If you are looking for a fulfilling career and a workplace that values your contributions, look no further.

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free flu jabs
• Free or subsidised travel
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private dental insurance
• Sick pay